PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

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.

Reported: May 14, 2014 Initiated: April 4, 2014 #Z-1568-2014

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.

Details

Recalling Firm
Medtronic Neuromodulation
Units Affected
13,784
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide in the states of NM, ND, RI, and VT and the countries of Australia, Singapore, Thailand, Central and Eastern Europe, Western Europe, Middle East, & Panama.
Location
Minneapolis, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by Medtronic Neuromodulation. Units affected: 13,784.
Why was this product recalled?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 14, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1568-2014.