During the patient's follow-up visit, one electrode on the right side was found to have an out-of-range/high-impedance failure.Upon investigation, the patient reported having difficulty activating the device.The therapy manager reprogrammed the device with the remaining working electrode of the right lead.The patient continues to have bilateral stimulation.However, the surgeon decided to replace the right lead.The patient underwent revision surgery.The right lead was removed and intact.A new lead was implanted.There was no report of patient harm or injury.
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