Use of Sacral Neuromodulation in the Management of ... - SUNA
Use of Sacral Neuromodulation in the Management of ... - SUNA
Use of Sacral Neuromodulation in the Management of ... - SUNA
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Test \PNE<br />
Test stimulation:<br />
• Is done to determ<strong>in</strong>e how <strong>the</strong> patient will respond to <strong>the</strong><br />
implanted device<br />
• Is an outpatient procedure performed <strong>in</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice or OR<br />
depend<strong>in</strong>g upon <strong>the</strong> lead used (temporary <strong>in</strong><br />
<strong>of</strong>fice/chronic <strong>in</strong> OR)<br />
• Lead is placed under <strong>the</strong> sk<strong>in</strong> through <strong>the</strong> S-3 foramen <strong>in</strong><br />
close proximity to <strong>the</strong> S-3 nerve<br />
• Lead is connected to an external device worn on belt for<br />
a period <strong>of</strong> 3-7 days<br />
• The decision for implantation <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> permanent device is<br />
made based on response to <strong>the</strong> test stimulation
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