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Safety Information
Suicide. Depression, suicidal ideation, and suicide are known risks of DBS.
Consider adjustment of stimulation, discontinuing stimulation, adjusting medication,
and/or psychiatric referral.
Other Active Implantable Devices. Stimulators, such as the Vercise™
Stimulator, may interfere with the operation of implanted sensing stimulation devices
such as pacemakers or cardioverter defibrillators. The effects of implanted stimulation
devices on neurostimulators, such as the Vercise DBS System, are unknown.
Automobiles and Equipment. Patients should operate automobiles, other
motorized vehicles, or potentially dangerous machinery/equipment with caution after
receiving the Vercise DBS System. Performing activities that would be dangerous if
treated symptoms were to return, or instances in which stimulation changes occur,
should be avoided.
Pregnancy
It is unknown whether this device may hurt an unborn baby.
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