—#186718

Product

Programmers - Product Usage: used to treat arrhythmias related to bradycardia. Additionally, CRT-P devices can also provide cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) in treatment of heart failure. 1. 2090 Carelink 2. 29901 Encore

FDA product code: NIK — Defibrillator, Automatic Implantable Cardioverter, With Cardiac Resynchronization (Crt-D)
Device class: Class 3
Medical specialty: Unknown
PMA numbers: P010031
Affected lot / code info: all codes

Why it was recalled

A longevity estimation error may occur in the early years of device life when a unipolar pacing vector is programmed in the right atrial (RA) lead and/or the right ventricular (RV) lead. No other device features or therapies are impacted.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Software design

Action the firm took

Beginning 06-APR-2021, Medtronic notified risk managers and practice managers of the field corrective action notification via 2- day UPS delivery of the consignee letter. Consignees were asked to confirm receipt of the notification. Medtronic Field Representatives have been instructed to begin installation of the software update. Outside the United States (OUS), communication began on 06- APR-2021 using locally approved methods. Confirmation will be obtained per locally approved methods. Medtronic Field Representatives will begin installation of the software update as it is available locally. A courtesy notification will be provided to physicians with affected devices.

Recalling firm

Firm: Medtronic Inc., Cardiac Rhythm and Heart Failure (CRHF)
Address: 8200 Coral Sea St Ne, Mounds View, Minnesota 55112-4391

Distribution

Distribution pattern: Worldwide distribution.

Timeline

Recall initiated: 2021-04-06
Status: —

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #186718. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.