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 Class 1 Recall
SynchroMed EL implantable infusion pump		see related information
Date Posted December 13, 2012
Recall Number Z-0496-2013
Product SynchroMed EL, models 8626-10, 8626L-10, 8626-18, 8626L-18, 8627-10, 8627L-10, 8627-18, 8627L-18. implantable infusion pump. The pump is part of an implanted infusion system that consists of a SynchroMed EL pump and a catheter. The SynchroMed EL Infusion System is indicated for use when patient therapy requires the chronic infusion of drugs or fluids. The SynchroMed EL Infusion System with a 10 mL reservoir volume is indicated for use in the smaller patient who has insufficient body mass to support the larger SynchroMed EL pump or in patients who choose a smaller, lower profile pump when presented with the choice, when patient therapy requires the chronic infusion of drugs or fluids referred to in this manual.
Code Information All SynchroMed EL and SynchroMed II pumps
Recalling Firm/
Manufacturer		 Medtronic Neuromodulation
7000 Central Ave NE
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55432-3568
For Additional Information Contact Medtronic Technical Services
800-707-0933
Reason for
Recall		 Medtronic notified Healthcare Professionals of the impact of unapproved drugs on the performance of the SynchroMed infusion pump system. Use of unapproved drugs with SynchroMed pumps can result in an increased risk of permanent motor stall and cessation of drug infusion.
Action The firm Medtronic, sent an "Urgent medical Device Safety Notification" dated November 2012, to its customers beginning November 09, 2012. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to follow the recommendations provided in the letter and complete and return the PHYSICIAN REPLY FORM via mail at Medtronic Neuromodulation Quality Assurance, 7000 Central Ave NE, Mailstop RCC150, Minneapolis, MN 55432; fax to: 800-897-3899 or email to: neuro.quality@medtronic.com. If you have questions, please contact Medtronic Neuromodulation Technical Services at 1-800-707-0933 weekdays 7am - 6pm CST.
Quantity in Commerce 174,700 devices total
Distribution Worldwide distribution: USA (nationwide) and countries including: Canada and Mexico.
 
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