FDA Recall Terminated

Medtronic RestoreSensor, Model 37714; and, RestoreSensor SureScan, (MRI), Model 97714, Implantable Neurostimulators. Used to treat chronic, intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs-including unilateral or bilateral pain.

Recall: Z-1926-2016 · Initiated May 3, 2016

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1926-2016
Event Number
74059
Firm
Medtronic Neuromodulation
FEI Number
2182207
Product Code
LGW
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Initiated
May 3, 2016
Posted
June 7, 2016
Terminated
August 4, 2017
Address
7000 Central Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55421-1241

Description

Medtronic RestoreSensor, Model 37714; and, RestoreSensor SureScan, (MRI), Model 97714, Implantable Neurostimulators. Used to treat chronic, intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs-including unilateral or bilateral pain.

Reason

Loss of therapy during recharging of device. Reportedly, a charging session was terminated prior to obtaining recharge threshold voltage of 3.615, which triggered rapid battery depletion state. As a result, the device depleted to 1.925 volts in one to two days rather than the typical 30 days. Insufficient coupling between recharger and device during recharge session was found to be key factor.

Action

Consignees were sent on 5/3/2016 a Medtronic "Urgent Medical Device Safety notification" letter dated May 2016. The letter was addressed to "Healthcare Professional". The letter described the problem and the product involved in the recall. The letter listed the recommendation to patients to follow current recharge instructions, paying particular attention to Charging Efficiency and Battery Charge Level indicators on the recharger. Consignees were also requested to complete and return the "Physician Reply Form:. For questions contact Medtronic Neuromodulation Technical services at 1-800-707-0933 weekdays 7 am - 6 pm CST.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution

Quantity

60,941