iv Stratos LV/LV-T Technical Manual

5. Battery, Pulse and Lead Data ......................................

123

5.1

Threshold Test - Testing the Pacing Function ...........

123

5.2

P/R Measurement - Testing the Sensing Function....

124

5.3

Testing for Retrograde Conduction ...........................

125

5.4

Non-Invasive Programmed Stimulation (NIPS).........

125

5.4.1

Description.........................................................

125

5.4.2

Burst Stimulation ...............................................

126

5.4.3

Programmed Stimulation...................................

126

5.4.4

Back up Pacing..................................................

126

5.4.5

NIPS Safety Features........................................

127

6. Other Functions/Features............................................

129

6.1

Temporary Programming...........................................

129

6.2

Patient Data Memory.................................................

130

6.3

Safe Program Settings ..............................................

130

6.4

Magnet Effect ............................................................

131

6.5

Position Indicator.......................................................

131

6.6

Pacing When Exposed to Interference .....................

132

7. Product Storage and Handling....................................

135

7.1

Sterilization and Storage ...........................................

135

7.2

Opening the Sterile Container ...................................

136

7.3

Pulse Generator Orientation .....................................

138

8. Lead Connection ..........................................................

139

8.1

Lead Configuration....................................................

139

8.2

Lead Connection .......................................................

140

9. Elective Replacement Indication (ERI).......................

145

10. Explantation ..................................................................

149

11. Technical Data...............................................................

151

11.1

Available Pacing Modes............................................

151

11.2

Pulse- and Control Parameters.................................

151

11.3

Diagnostic Memory Functions...................................

156

11.4

Home Monitoring (Stratos LV-T)................................

156

11.5

Additional Functions..................................................

157

11.6

Programmers.............................................................

158

11.7

Default Programs ......................................................

159

11.8

Materials in Contact with Human Tissue...................

159

11.9

Electrical Data/Battery...............................................

159

11.10 Mechanical Data ..................................................

160