Characteristics of infections associated with a spinal cord stimulator system

A Multidisciplinary Infection Control Bundle to Reduce the Number of Spinal Cord Stimulator Infections

“…There were 410 SCS surgeries performed during the study period and there was a reduction in the number of infections during the study. Characteristics of SCS infection was described elsewhere . Staphylococcus aureus was the most common isolated microorganisms among culture positive infections.…”

Infected Internal Pulse Generator of a Spinal Cord Stimulator Device Treated Successfully without Removal: A Case Report

“…One of the serious but devastating complications of this neuromodulatory technique is infection, and in the majority of cases, the removal of the device is required, despite appropriate antibiotic therapy. [1] We describe our experience on a patient with SCS in whom wound infection and explantation of the SCS implantable pulse generator (IPG) was successfully disinfected in situ by the combined use of antibiotics and relocation of the device.…”

Wireless Peripheral Nerve Stimulation at C2 and C3 to Treat Persistent Daily Headaches and Occipital Neuralgia

“…In addition, we used a wireless peripheral nerve stimulator and an external generator which negated the requirement for tunneling to a distant site for implanted battery placement. Using wireless neuromodulation systems reduces the incidence of potential complications associated with the placement of a battery including infection, pain at the battery site, and the need for future surgery to replace the battery (5). In addition, it is more cost-effective and provides a better cosmetic option for patients.…”