Livanova usa, inc.Submits this report to comply with 21 c.F.R.Part 803, the medical device reporting regulation, based on information that livanova has obtained, but may not have been able to investigate or verify prior to the date the report was required by the fda.This report does not constitute an admission, or a conclusion by fda or anyone else, that the device, livanova, or livanova's employees caused or contributed to the event described in the report.In particular, this report does not constitute an admission by anyone that the product described in this report has any "defects¿ or "malfunctions¿.These words are incorporated into the fda 3500a medwatch form by the fda, and livanova objects to their use.
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It was reported that the patient went to see his doctor to have settings increased.Ever since, stimulation has been continuous.Patient went to hospital, was admitted for 2 days and sent home.No one turned off his vns device.Continuous stimulation has caused migraines, buzzing sensation in skull, and balance issues.No other relevant information has been received to date.
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