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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Specify 5-6-5 Lead, Specify 2x8 Lead, Model Numbers: 39565, 39286. Spinal cord stimulation leads. Part of a neurostimulation system for treating chronic, intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs-including unilateral or bilateral pain.

Reported: March 2, 2016 Initiated: January 11, 2016 #Z-0859-2016

Product Description

Specify 5-6-5 Lead, Specify 2x8 Lead, Model Numbers: 39565, 39286. Spinal cord stimulation leads. Part of a neurostimulation system for treating chronic, intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs-including unilateral or bilateral pain.

Reason for Recall

Some Specify 5-6-5 and 2x8 surgical lead product labeling does not adequately distinguish between permanent surgical implant and trialing/screening use.

Details

Recalling Firm
Medtronic Neuromodulation
Units Affected
51,138 (44,006 US; 9,132 OUS)
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution, including US Nationwide.
Location
Minneapolis, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Specify 5-6-5 Lead, Specify 2x8 Lead, Model Numbers: 39565, 39286. Spinal cord stimulation leads. Part of a neurostimulation system for treating chronic, intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs-including unilateral or bilateral pain.. Recalled by Medtronic Neuromodulation. Units affected: 51,138 (44,006 US; 9,132 OUS).
Why was this product recalled?
Some Specify 5-6-5 and 2x8 surgical lead product labeling does not adequately distinguish between permanent surgical implant and trialing/screening use.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 2, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0859-2016.