It was reported that the vns patient¿s device was tested and diagnostic results revealed high lead impedance (dc dc ¿ 7).The patient was last seen in (b)(6) 2013 and diagnostic results showed lead impedance within normal limits (dc dc ¿ 1) at the time.There were no reports of falls, adverse events, or contributory events that could have led to patient's high impedance.The neurologist elected not to have the patient¿s device programmed off.X-rays were taken and were reported to show no lead discontinuity.Replacement surgery was scheduled but canceled per the patient¿s request.
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