Abbott NeuroSphere 3875 User Manual page 15

may only use bipolar electrosurgery devices and they
should keep the device as far away from your
neurostimulation system as possible. Additionally, they
must confirm the neurostimulation system is functioning
correctly after your procedure.
Implanted cardiac system. Be aware of the risk and
possible interaction between a neurostimulation system
and an implanted cardiac system, such as a pacemaker
or defibrillator. Electrical pulses from a neurostimulation
system may interact with the sensing operation of an
implanted cardiac system, causing the cardiac system to
respond inappropriately. To minimize or prevent the
implanted cardiac system from sensing the output of the
neurostimulation system, (1) maximize the distance
between the implanted systems; (2) verify that the
neurostimulation system is not interfering with the
functions of the implanted cardiac system; and (3) avoid
programming either device in a unipolar mode (using
the device's can as an anode) or using neurostimulation
system settings that interfere with the functions of the
implantable cardiac system.
Other active implantable devices. The effect of other
implanted devices, including deep brain stimulators,
peripheral nerve stimulators, implanted drug delivery
pumps, and cochlear implants on the neurostimulation
system are unknown.
Emergency procedures. Designate a representative
(family member or close friend) to notify any emergency
medical personnel of your implanted neurostimulation
system if emergency care is required. You will receive an
identification card to carry that will inform emergency
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