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10.
Slit the catheter.
a.
Ensure the exposed portion of Catheter shaft is straight, without
significant curvature.
b.
Ensure both arms are extended.
c.
Hold the Slitter tool in a stable fixed position.
CAUTION: Do not advance or rotate Slitter tool.
d.
Steadily pull the catheter through the Slitter tool in one continuous,
axial motion, avoiding rotation.
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For a successful slit, the proximal portion of the Catheter shaft should have minimal
curvature.
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The Catheter should be slit using an axial motion, avoiding rotation.
11.
Carefully remove the lead from the Slitter tool.
12.
Confirm placement of the lead via EGM and pacing analysis. Use fluoroscopy to
visually confirm location of the lead.
13.
Inspecting the integrity of the catheter: After slitting, ensure catheter
components are still connected to the catheter.
Inspecting the integrity of the lead: After catheter removal, inspect the lead for
any visible scratches and gouges on the lead body where it may have had
contact with the slitter.
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