PUMP REPLACEMENT TARGETED DRUG DELIVERY (CANCER PAIN PUMP)
CONTINUING THERAPY WITH SYNCHROMED II
The typical product life of your SynchroMed™ II pump will range between 5 years and a maximum of 7 years, depending on how much medicine you’re programmed to receive each day. Your physician will closely monitor the performance of your programmable pump at each of your refill appointments.
When the time comes for a replacement, you will work with your physician to schedule surgery for a new pump implant.
PUMP REPLACEMENT
The SynchroMed II pump has an elective replacement indicator (ERI) alarm that sounds approximately 90 days before the pump stops delivering therapy. A stopped pump results in a loss of therapy that can lead to an underdose or withdrawal symptoms. If you hear an ERI alarm, contact your doctor.
It is a good idea to schedule your replacement about 6 months prior to the automatic shut off so there is no interruption in your therapy.
Learn more about pump alarm sounds.
CATHETER REPLACEMENT
Your doctor will determine at the time of pump replacement if you should also get a new catheter.
CONTACT US
Your physician is your first point of contact. If you need technical support, you may contact
Medtronic Patient Services
at 1-800-510-6735.
OPTIMIZING THERAPY
From refill appointments to pump alarms, learn how to get the most from your therapy.
Information on this site should not be used as a substitute for talking with your doctor. Always talk with your doctor about diagnosis and treatment information.