Recall Z-1568-2014— Medtronic Neuromodulation

Class II · Terminated

Class II FDA medical device recall by Medtronic Neuromodulation, initiated 2014-04-04, terminated 2014-11-05. FDA's recall record names no specific 510(k) clearance for this event. Product: Refill Kit 8551/856X (includes Models 8561, 8562 and 8564) for use with Medtronic Implantable Programmable Infusion Pumps. Product Usage: The Refill Kits are intended for use in refilling Medtronic programmable, implantable infusion pumps with the exception of Medtronic MiniMed infusion pumps.. Reason: Some refill kits in the affected lots may contain an extension tubing set that is occluded and healthcare professionals may be unable to aspirate or fill the SynchroMed pumps. There is no problem with the Lioresal Intrathecal (baclofen injection) contained in the affected drug refill kits. There have been no patient injuries beyond additional needle sticks associated with this issue..

Recalling firm
Medtronic Neuromodulation
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2014-04-04
Terminated
2014-11-05
Firm location
Minneapolis, MN, United States

Product description

Refill Kit 8551/856X (includes Models 8561, 8562 and 8564) for use with Medtronic Implantable Programmable Infusion Pumps. Product Usage: The Refill Kits are intended for use in refilling Medtronic programmable, implantable infusion pumps with the exception of Medtronic MiniMed infusion pumps.

Reason for recall

Some refill kits in the affected lots may contain an extension tubing set that is occluded and healthcare professionals may be unable to aspirate or fill the SynchroMed pumps. There is no problem with the Lioresal Intrathecal (baclofen injection) contained in the affected drug refill kits. There have been no patient injuries beyond additional needle sticks associated with this issue.

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