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7. Stabilize the lead and gently remove the lead from the setscrew
connector blocks (Figure 18).
Caution: If resistance is felt while removing the lead from the
percutaneous extension, loosen the setscrews slightly to ensure
that they clear the lead contacts. Avoid disengaging the setscrews.
Inspect the lead for damage (flattening or stretching of the lead) if
resistance was felt prior to removal, which would require surgical
replacement.
Figure 18. Remove the lead from setscrew connector block.
8. Withdraw the percutaneous extension and connector boot through the
incision and discard the boot (Figure 19).
Figure 19. Withdraw the percutaneous extension and connector boot.
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Figure 17. Loosen setscrews.