[Recalled] Eon Mini Neurostimulation (IPG) System (Model 3788); The product is indicated as an aid in the management of chronic intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs including unilateral or bilateral pain associated with the followi
This is an official product-safety recall record. Below are the verified details from the issuing authority, in plain language.
Recall details
| Product | Eon Mini Neurostimulation (IPG) System (Model 3788); The product is indicated as an aid in the management of chronic intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs including unilateral or bilateral pain associated with the following: failed back surgery syndrome, intractable low back and leg pain. |
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| Brand / manufacturer | Advanced Neuromodulation Systems Inc. |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-1983-2012 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 19 December 2011 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: The firm has received 112 complaints of the Eon Mini IPGs that lost the ability to communicate or recharge due to a workmanship issue resulting in loss of pain relief and subsequent explant. The firm has determined the cause of these reports to be related to process variances in the positioning of the internal battery and printed circuit board, causing a short, and therefore, prematurely depletin
This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
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