Connecting The Lead Extension - Boston Scientific Precision Manuel

Precision™ Spinal Cord Stimulator System Clinician Manual
8. Grasp the tip of the tool with one hand
while holding the straw in place with the
other hand. Pull the tunneling tool shaft out
through the straw.
9. Push the lead or extension proximal ends
through the straw, then withdraw the straw.
CAUTION: Do not tunnel splitter.
Note: If using the 2x8 Splitter and
performing a permanent trial, the
splitter tails may be tunneled to the
exit site.
10. For Permanent
If using the Infinion 1x16 lead, proceed
to "Lead Connection to the Splitter" on
page 21. Otherwise, proceed to "Connect-
ing the Lead Extension" on page 30.
11. For Permanent IPG Implantation, if exten-
sions are used, proceed to the instruc-
tions for "Connecting the Lead Extension"
page 30.
12. For Permanent IPG Implantation, if split-
ters are used, proceed to the instructions
for "Lead Connection to Splitter" page 21.
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13. For Permanent IPG Implantation, proceed
to the instructions for "Connecting to the
IPG" page 35.
Note: The following Codman Disposable
Catheter Passers may be used
in place of the Boston Scientific
tunneling tool:
REF 82-1515 (36 cm)
REF 82-1516 (55 cm)
REF 82-1517 (65 cm)
Note: When using a Codman Disposable
Catheter Passer, tunnel from the IPG
pocket to the midline incision using
the standard technique.

Connecting the Lead Extension

1. Wipe clean the proximal end of the lead,
then insert the proximal end into the lead
extension connector or splitter until it stops
and the retention ring (long ring) is under
the setscrew.
Note: If there appears to be an obstruction
when inserting the lead into the lead
extension connector, use the hex
wrench to loosen (counterclockwise)
the setscrew and/or gently rotate the
lead to help advance the proximal
end.
2. Ensure that the lead is fully inserted before
tightening the setscrew to prevent lead
damage.
3. Using the hex wrench supplied, turn the
extension connector setscrew clockwise
until it clicks, indicating lock.