Implantation of Spinal Cord Stimulator and Pulse Generator - Medical Illustration, Human Anatomy Drawing
This stock medical exhibit depicts the implantation of a spinal cord stimulator and pulse generator. Image A shows the spinal cord stimulator lead being advanced from an incision in the L2-3 level down to the S1 epidural space. Image B shows the stimulator lead being secured to the lumbar region and connected to the pulse generator. Image C shows the connector lead tunneled under the skin and the battery pack being placed into a subcutaneous pocket. A post-operative illustration provides an orientation for each step of the procedure.