Precautions - Boston Scientific Precision SC-1110 Mode D'emploi

Precision™ Spinal Cord Stimulator System Clinician Manual
Electromagnetic Interference. Strong electromagnetic fields can potentially turn the Stimulator off,
or cause uncomfortable or jolting stimulation. Patients should be counseled to avoid or exercise care
around:
• Theft detectors or security screeners such as those used at entrances/exits of department
stores, libraries, and other public establishments, and/or airport security screening devices. It
is recommended that patients request assistance to bypass the device. If they must proceed
through the device, the patient should turn off the Stimulator and proceed with caution, ensuring
to move through the center of the screener as quickly as possible.
• Power lines or power generators
• Electric steel furnaces and arc welders
• Large, magnetized stereo speakers

Precautions

Physician training is required.
Medical Devices/Therapies. The following medical therapies or procedures may turn stimulation
off or may cause permanent damage to the Stimulator, particularly if used in close proximity to the
device:
• lithotripsy
• electrocautery: Do not use monopolar cautery. See "Instructions for the Physician" on
page 9.
• external defibrillation
• radiation therapy
• ultrasonic scanning
• high-output ultrasound
If any of the above is required by medical necessity, refer to "Instructions for the Physician" on
page 9. Ultimately, however, the device may require explantation as a result of damage to the
device.
Automobiles and Other Equipment. Patients should not operate automobiles, other motorized
vehicles, or potentially dangerous machinery/ equipment with therapeutic stimulation switched on.
Stimulation must be turned off first. Sudden stimulation changes, if they occur, may distract patients
from attentive operation of the vehicle or equipment.
Post Operative. During the two weeks following surgery, it is important to use extreme care so that
appropriate healing will secure the implanted components and close the surgical incisions:
• Do not lift objects of more than five pounds.
• Do not engage in rigorous physical activity such as twisting, bending, or climbing.
• If new leads were implanted, do not raise your arms above your head.
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