Dorsal root ganglion stimulation (DRG-S) is a relatively new neuromodulation technique that has shown promising results in the treatment of chronic pain conditions. We present a case of a difficult lead extraction during the explantation of a DRG-S device. The lead was unable to be removed despite multiple attempts until a sheath and stylet were used to facilitate extraction. As DRG-S utilization becomes more widespread, DRG-S device explantation will inevitably become more common. The technique described in this report may be beneficial in certain cases of difficult DRG-S lead extraction.
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