FDA recall record

LivaNova USA VNS Therapy SENTIVA DUO # 1000-D - Product Usage: indicated for the treatment recall — FDA Z-0535-2021

During internal testing, it was found that upon a device reset, the Generator exhibits the incorrect Model Number when interrogated.

Class IIclassification
Z-0535-2021official record ID
Dec 16, 2020report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0535-2021
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmLivaNova USA Inc.
Report dateDec 16, 2020
Recall initiation dateNov 12, 2020
Quantity8 generators
LocationHouston, TX, United States

Official product description

VNS Therapy SENTIVA DUO # 1000-D - Product Usage: indicated for the treatment of chronic or recurrent depression in patients who are experiencing a treatment-resistant or treatment- intolerant depressive episode.

Why the product was recalled

During internal testing, it was found that upon a device reset, the Generator exhibits the incorrect Model Number when interrogated.

Distribution information

International distribution in the countries of Austria and United Kingdom.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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