Boston Scientific Spectra WaveWriter SCS Mode D'emploi page 11

7. Unscrew and remove the tunneling tool handle.
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 through the straw, then withdraw the straw.
10. Pull the proximal end(s) out of the exit point.
11. Wipe the proximal end(s) clean.
CAUTION: Do not tunnel the splitter.
Note: If using the 2x8 Splitter and performing a permanent trial, the splitter tails may be tunneled to the
exit site.
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 midline incision to the IPG
pocket using the standard technique.
Instructions for Use
Implantable Pulse Generator
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