Permanent Lead Anchoring and Tunneling
2. Mark the desired route of the tunnel.
3. Administer the appropriate local anesthetic along the tunneling path.
4. OPTIONAL. If necessary, bend the tool shaft to conform to the patient's body.
5. Make a small incision at the desired exit site.
6. Create a subcutaneous tunnel between the midline incision and the exit site until the straw
is visible and accessible at the exit point.
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