FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#53499

Product

Medtronic InterStim II INS Model 3058 with N'Vision InterStim-B Software supplied on the Model 8870 Version MMB_01/NNB_01 N'Vision with a Clinic an Programmer Model 8840. Implantable Neurostimulator for Urinary Control.

FDA product code
EZWStimulator, Electrical, Implantable, For Incontinence
Device class
Class 3
Medical specialty
Gastroenterology, Urology
PMA numbers
P970004
Affected lot / code info
All serial numbers within these catalog/model numbers are affected: Model 3058, Catalog # 8870MM01 & 8870NNB01

Why it was recalled

A software issue may cause a lower than expected battery capacity estimate when evaluating an InterStim II Implantable Neurostimulator (model 3058) with an N'Vision Clinician Programmer(Model 8840) before implant .

Root cause (FDA determination)

Software design

Action the firm took

Begining on July 11, 2007 a letter to the physicians was sent informing them of the issue and patient mangement of the two issues. The letter includes a Cover Letter, A Reply Form, and two Recall letters explaining the issue in detail.

Recalling firm

Firm
Medtronic Neuromodulation
Address
800 53rd Ave NE PO Box 1250, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55440-1250

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Nationwide and the Netherlands.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2007-06-25
Posted by FDA
2007-10-11
Terminated
2010-10-08
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #53499. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.