It was reported that a boston scientific field representative was directed to program device therapy off for this cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillator (crt-d) device based on a physicians order due to the patients age and the patients wishes.When the representative interrogated the device, a code 1007 was observed.A code 1007 indicates that the device capacitor charge time exceeded the 45 second limit.The device was also noted to have reached end of life (eol) status due to normal battery depletion.Boston scientific technical services (ts) discussed the code 1007 with the representative and provided guidance to evaluate the crt-d system further.Device therapy was subsequently programmed off and no further actions were taken.The device remains implanted.There were no patient symptoms or adverse patient effects.
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