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The device was received thus confirming explant.The explant date was not able to be determined.The device was received for analysis.Prior to the analysis of the device, the quality documents accompanying the manufacturing process for this device were re-investigated and all production steps were performed accordingly.Particularly the final acceptance test proved the device functions to be as specified.Upon initial interrogation a warning message was triggered regarding the battery condition, confirming the clinical observation.The memory content of the device was inspected.The inspection revealed that the battery voltage decreased faster than expected.However, the current consumption was normal.The eri battery status was activated on (b)(6) 2022.The ability of the device to deliver therapies was verified.The anti-bradycardia pacing pulses proved to be normal and in amplitude and frequency as programmed in eri mode.There was no indication of a device malfunction.During subsequent analysis the device was opened and subjected to further investigation.The visual inspection of the inner assembly showed no anomalies.The measurement of the battery voltage confirmed an almost depleted battery.A thorough investigation of the electronic module did not show any abnormality.In particular, the current consumption was directly measured and proved to be normal and expected.The battery was sent to the manufacturer for further analysis.The manufacturing records of the battery were inspected, documenting that the battery parameters were within specification during the battery manufacturing.No anomalies were documented during the production process, associated with this battery.The battery was subjected to a visual and an electrical inspection.The visual inspection of the battery did not reveal any external signs of damage and the measurement of the battery voltage confirmed an almost depleted battery.Next, the battery was opened for destructive analysis and the inner assembly was inspected.During analysis no internal electrical short was evident.However, the occurrence of a temporary short circuit that contributed to an increased internal self-depletion cannot be excluded.In summary, the root cause for the premature battery depletion could not be determined conclusively.Based on the analysis all therapy functions of the device were available while the device was implanted and in service.
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