Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1526-2014 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Medtronic Neuromodulation |
| Report date | May 7, 2014 |
| Recall initiation date | Feb 27, 2014 |
| Quantity | 170,286 US, 73,921 OUS for all devices. |
| Location | Minneapolis, MN, United States |
Official product description
Medtronic, External neurostimulator, ENS (37021) & ENS (37022). Including the external neurostimulators which are associated with software application run on the NVision Clinician Programmer and used during trialing for spinal cord stimulation (SCS) patients.
Why the product was recalled
Medtronic neurostimulators (used with pain and deep brain stimulation therapy) have a cycling feature that, when enabled, allows stimulation output to be toggled on and off based on the programmed settings. The use of this feature is determined by the physician and set using the clinician programmer. Current labeling indicates the use of cycling improves device longevity and recharge interval
Distribution information
Nationwide Distribution - all states including DC and Puerto Rico.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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