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==Background==
#REDIRECT[[Vagal nerve stimulator complications]]
*Used to treat refractory epilepsy
*Implanted in the chest with a single lead stimulating the left vagus nerve.  It does not stimulate the right vagus nerve which innervates the heart
 
==Clinical Features==
 
==Differential Diagnosis==
Complications:
*Hoarseness
*Shortness of Breath
*Pharyngitis
*Infection
*Parasthesias
*Insomnia
*Excessive Pain
 
==Diagnosis==
 
==Management==
 
==Disposition==
 
==See Also==
*[[Medical device complications]]
 
==External Links==
 
==References==
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[[Category:Surg]]
[[Category:Neuro]]

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