| Model Number |
3788 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Improper or Incorrect Procedure or Method (2017)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Inadequate Pain Relief (2388)
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| Date of Event |
10/25/2020
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Date of event estimated.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported the patient did not recharge the ipg as recommended.In turn, the ipg became inoperable, and patient lost therapy.As a result, surgical intervention was undertaken wherein the ipg was explanted and replaced.Effective therapy was restored post operatively.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The patient reported failing to charge their implant properly to abbott.The device has not been returned for analysis.A review of documentation supplied with the implant states that the implant must be charged every 30 to 90 days to avoid battery depletion.Based on the information received, the cause of the reported incident is consistent with user error.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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