A heath care professional (hcp) via a manufacturer representative reported a consumer was getting stimulation in the pocket site.It was unknown when this started.The hcp noted impedances were "jumping around' and an endoscopy showed a bulge indicating a potential lead migration.The hcp was planning on replacing the system.Additional information received from the representative reported the cause of the potential migration of the lead was unknown and the issue had not been resolved.Information received from the consumer reported experiencing painful shocking along where the leads were, which started mid (b)(6) 2016.The shocking sensation was getting worse.She had followed up with her hcp, who performed multiple procedures with the consumer (x-ray, ct scan) and it was determined she needed to have her whole system replaced.They had been working with the representative in the area and had not heard back from him yet; they were waiting to schedule the replacement surgery.The consumer noted she had fallen on her implant about three weeks.
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