Removal of sacral neuromodulation quadripolar tined-lead using a straight stylet: description of a surgical technique.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Up to 7.5% of tined-lead removals in patients having sacral neuromodulation (SNM) therapy are associated with a lead breakage. It is still unclear what adverse effects can be caused by unretrieved fragments. The aim of our study was to describe the lead removal technique we have been using for the last 2 years in our centre.

Methods

We retrospectively enrolled patients who had lead removal between January 2018 and January 2020 using our standardized technique. The novelty of the technique is in the use of the straight stylet, which is available in the quadripolar tined-lead kit. The stylet gives the electrode greater stiffness, reducing interactions with surrounding tissues and probability of damage or breakage during removal.

Results

In 59 patients (42 wom

SUBMITTER: Agnello M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8289802 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature