Model Number 3662 |
Device Problem
Wireless Communication Problem (3283)
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Patient Problem
Inadequate Pain Relief (2388)
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Event Date 06/10/2021 |
Event Type
Injury
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Date of event is estimated.The device is included in the neuromodulation implantable pulse generator (ipg) inoperable when exposed to monopolar electrosurgery advisory notice issued by abbott on 02 june 2017.
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Event Description
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It was reported the patient underwent an unrelated surgical procedure wherein the ipg was not place in surgery.As a result, the ipg would not communicate with external devices.Surgical intervention may occur later to address the issue.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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A review of documentation supplied with the implant states that electro-surgery devices should not be used in close proximity to an implanted system.Based on the information received, the cause of the reported incident is consistent with user error.
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Event Description
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Additional information was received wherein the scs system was explanted.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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It was determined the device was running the service application software.This condition is consistent with electrocautery use during surgery.There is guidance in the clinicians manual regarding proper handling of the device when using electrocautery.As a result of this finding, actions have been taken to prevent reoccurrence.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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