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If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.
Not implanted with a Deep Brain Stimulation device? Please visit the DBS procedure page for more information.
If you need help locating your implant card, please email BSNDBSPatientCare@bsci.com or call us at (833) 327-4636 (1-833-DBS-INFO).
Sometimes successful DBS surgery can lead to a decrease in your medication and potentially reduce its side effects, though the treatment is not intended to replace your medication.1
The Vercise Genus™ DBS System does provide full-body MRI access* under certain conditions. If your system does not meet those conditions, other imaging options (including X-rays, CT scans, PET scans, and ultrasounds) may be available. Always consult your doctor to learn which imaging modality will be your best option.2
Yes, you can travel with your DBS System. Metal detectors, X-ray machines, security scanners, and other security devices will not damage the implant, but may cause unintentional stimulation. The implant may also activate metal detector alarms, so carrying your patient ID card with you at all times is recommended. If traveling abroad, you may need an outlet adapter to charge your system.2
Yes, the following organizations are dedicated to supporting patients with Parkinson’s Disease by providing valuable resources, support, the latest research, fundraising, and more. Parkinson’s Foundation, Davis Phinney, American Parkinson’s Disease Association and Parkinson Alliance.
The rechargeable Vercise Genus™ R16 is warrantied up to 15 years. The non-rechargeable Vercise Genus™ P16 system should last at least 3 years.**
Our patient services team is here to support you throughout your DBS journey.
Available 5 am to 5 pm PT, Monday through Friday
References:
1. Timmermann L, Jain R, Chen L, et al. Multiple-source current steering in subthalamic nucleus deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s disease (the VANATGE study): a non-randomised, prospective, multicentre, open-label study. Lancet Neurol. 2015;14:693-701. doi:10.1016/S1474-4422(15)00087-3
2. Boston Scientific Patient Information Brochure. A brighter future is taking shape: treating Parkinson’s disease with deep brain stimulation. Copyright 2021.
*MR Conditional when all conditions are met
**Battery life is dependent on stimulation settings and conditions.
***A System that includes the Vercise™ PC, Vercise Gevia™, or Vercise Genus™ IPG and Vercise Cartesia™ Directional Lead(s) forms the Vercise Directional System
The Vercise Genus™ DBS System, Vercise Genus Mixed System with Vercise™ M8 Adapter, Vercise Genus Mixed System with Vercise™ Adapter S8, Vercise Gevia™ DBS System, and Vercise™ DBS Lead-only system (before Stimulator is implanted) provide safe access to full-body MRI scans when used with specific components and the patient is exposed to the MRI environment under specific conditions defined in the supplemental manual ImageReady™ MRI Guidelines for Boston Scientific DBS Systems.