It was reported that the patient who was recently implanted has swelling and drainage at the neck incision.The patient was on antibiotics and iv.Cultures were taken for the neck incision to determine whether or not this is an infection but came back negative.The patient was sent home with a pic line and anticipates receiving iv antibiotics for 4-6 weeks.Design history records for the generator and lead were reviewed and showed that both devices were hp sterilized prior to distribution.No additional or relevant information has been received to date.
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