Responsive Neurostimulator System
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RNS
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System User Manual
P
RECAUTIONS
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S
URGICAL
Precaution: Connector Plug
A vacant port in the connector cover must be filled with a connector plug (provided in
the connector cover kit). There is an increased risk of neurostimulator failure if a
connector cover port is vacant.
Precaution: Epidural Lead Placement
Leads placed epidurally may cause pain during electrical stimulation.
Precaution: Lead Damage
Bending, kinking, and stretching of the lead may cause lead damage. Handle the lead
with care.
Precaution: Sub-galeal Lead Placement
Wrapping the lead(s) on/around the neurostimulator or placing excess lead near the
neurostimulator may result in lead damage during subsequent surgical procedures.
Precaution: Suture Sleeves
Suture sleeves are provided for use if sutures are used to stabilize the lead. Suturing
directly on the lead may cause lead body damage and malfunction.
P
RECAUTIONS
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RNS
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S
YSTEM AND
T
HERAPY
Precaution: Afterdischarge Activity
If evidence of afterdischarge activity resulting from stimulation is seen either on stored
ECoGs or during test stimulation delivery, stimulation parameters should be adjusted
to prevent such occurrence.
Precaution: Battery Depletion
For continued operation, the RNS
®
Neurostimulator needs to be surgically replaced
when the battery is depleted.
Precaution: Neurostimulator Longevity
High and frequent levels of stimulation reduce neurostimulator battery longevity.
Precaution: Draining the Neurostimulator Battery
Testing the wand placement over the RNS
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Neurostimulator for more than 10 minutes
per day may drain the neurostimulator battery prematurely.
Precaution: Frequency of Remote Monitoring
The patient should
interrogate the RNS
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Neurostimulator with the remote monitor and
wand daily and synchronize the remote monitor with the PDMS at least once a week.