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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

DBS Pocket Adaptor, Model 64001 and Model 64002. The Medtronic Models 64001 (1x4) and 64002 (2x4) Pocket Adaptors can be used as a part of a neurostimulation system for deep brain stimulation. The pocket adaptor is intended to be implanted with the new replacement neurostimulator in the same pocket used for the explanted neurostimulator. Implanting in the same neurostimulator pocket allows for a single-incision procedure.

Z-2645-2016

June 23, 2016

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Medtronic Neuromodulation
Event
Event 74552
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
7,542 in the US and 12,999 outside the US.
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-2645-2016

Official wording

Reason: Due to the potential for pocket adaptor conductor wire fractures involving DBS Pocket Adaptor Model 64001 and Model 64002, a safety notification was sent to healthcare professionals to reinforce device specific labeling for the handling of pocket adaptors and system integrity checking during implant procedures.

Code information: Notification is not lot specific.

Distribution pattern: Worldwide Distribution.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Due to the potential for pocket adaptor conductor wire fractures involving DBS Pocket Adaptor Model 64001 and Model 64002, a safety notification was sent to healthcare professionals to reinforce device specific labeling for the handling of pocket adaptors and system integrity checking during implant procedures.