Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0003-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | St Jude Medical Inc. |
| Report date | Oct 18, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 28, 2017 |
| Quantity | 90,563 units |
| Location | Sylmar, CA, United States |
Official product description
Fortify VR - Model Numbers: CD1231-40 and CD1231-40Q; Fortify ST VR, Model Numbers: CD1241-40 and CD1241-40Q; Fortify Assura VR, Model Numbers: CD1257-40, CD1257-40Q, CD1357-40C, CD1357-40Q; Fortify Assura ST VR, Model Numbers: CD1263-40, CD1263-40Q, CD1363-40C, CD1363-40Q; Fortify DR, Model Numbers: CD2231-40 and CD2231-40Q; Fortify ST DR, Model Numbers: CD2241-40 and CD2241-40Q; Fortify Assura DR, Model Numbers: CD2257-40, CD2257-40Q, CD2357-40C, CD2357-40Q; Fortify Assura ST DR, Model Numbers: CD2263-40, CD2263-40Q, CD2363-40C, CD2363-40Q Product Usage Fortify and Fortify Assura implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDS) are intended to provided ventricular anti-tachycardia pacing and ventricular defibrillation for automated treatment of life threatening ventricular arrhythmias. The devices may also be programmed to provide single or dual chamber bradycardia pacing
Why the product was recalled
The device may exhibit premature battery depletion.
Distribution information
US Nationwide Distribution
How to read the classification
FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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