Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0022-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Medtronic Inc. Cardiac Rhythm Disease Management |
| Report date | Oct 14, 2015 |
| Recall initiation date | Sep 15, 2015 |
| Quantity | 777 cards |
| Location | Saint Paul, MN, United States |
Official product description
Medtronic Medical Device Identification Card for SureScan pacemaker patients. The front of this card identifies the implanted pacing system components currently registered to the patient. The back of the card lists patient's following physician as well as specific messaging regarding the MR conditional status of the device components, where applicable. This card is provided to the patient by Medtronic after device registration.
Why the product was recalled
Some Medical Device Identification Cards provided to SureScan pacemaker patients indicate they have a complete Magnetic Resonance (MR) Conditional system, when in fact, not all of their implanted leads have been FDA approved as MR Conditional.
Distribution information
US nationwide distribution.
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.
What to do next
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