Device Recall Activa PC

  • Modelo / Serial
    Serial numbers: NKM724776H, NKM724782H, NKM724785H,  NKM724790H, NKM724802H, NKM724843H.
  • Clasificación del producto
  • Clase de dispositivo
    3
  • ¿Implante?
    Yes
  • Distribución
    Distributed in the states of: MA, NC, OH, and TX.
  • Descripción del producto
    Medtronic, Activa PC, Model 37601, Method of Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide, Single Use Only, Rx Only. || The Activa¿ PC neurostimulator is a dual-channel device capable of delivering bilateral stimulation. Activa PC contains a non-rechargeable battery and microelectronic circuitry to deliver a controlled electrical pulse to precisely targeted areas of the brain. The device is typically implanted subcutaneously near the clavicle, connected to an extension and leads, which are implanted in the brain.
  • Manufacturer
  • 1 Event

Fabricante

  • Dirección del fabricante
    Medtronic Neuromodulation, 7000 Central Ave Ne, Minneapolis MN 55432-3568
  • Empresa matriz del fabricante (2017)
  • Comentario del fabricante
    “If our surveillance systems identify a potential performance issue, our personnel promptly evaluate the problem, including, when appropriate, conducting root cause investigations and internal testing to assess whether the product continues to meet specifications and defined performance criteria,” Medtronic told ICIJ in a statement. “In some cases, based on this evaluation, Medtronic may determine that a recall is necessary.” The company said that it communicates with healthcare providers and/or patients and provide recommendations to address such issues. Medtronic noted that these communications can include letters, emails, calls, press releases, physician notifications and social media postings, as well as informing the FDA and other regulators of the actions.
  • Source
    USFDA

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  • Modelo / Serial
    The first released affected product was released to the market in April, 2005.
  • Clasificación del producto
  • Clase de dispositivo
    3
  • ¿Implante?
    Yes
  • Distribución
    Nationwide Distribution - all states including DC and Puerto Rico.
  • Descripción del producto
    Medtronic Activa RC (37612), Activa PC (37601), Activa SC (37602), Activa SC (37603), Activa PC+S (37604), Multi-program Rechargeable Neurostimulator for Deep Brain Stimulation for movement disorders.
  • Manufacturer