MAUDE Adverse Event Report: MEDTRONIC NAVIGATION, INC STEALTHSTATION¿ S8 SYSTEM; NEUROLOGICAL STEREOTAXIC INSTRUMENT

Model Number	9735669
Medical Device Problem Code	Mechanical Problem (1384)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	11/19/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H3: a manufacturer representative went to the site to test the equipment.It was reported that the emitter instrument interface box was replaced.The navigation system then passed the system checkout and was found to be fully functional.Medtronic submits this report to comply with fda regulations 21 cfr parts 4 and 803.Medtronic has made reasonable efforts to provide as much relevant information as is available to the company as of the submission date of this report.This report does not constitute an admission or a conclusion by fda, medtronic, or its employees that the device, medtronic, or its employee caused or contributed to the event described in the report.Any required fields that are unpopulated are blank because the information is currently unknown or unavailable.Medtronic will submit a supplemental report if additional relevant information becomes known.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Continuation of d10: section d information references the main component of the system.Other relevant device(s) are: product id: 9735825ent, serial/lot #: -, ubd: unknown, udi#: unknown h3, h6: no products have been returned to medtronic for analysis.Codes b17, c20, and d15 are applicable.Medtronic submits this report to comply with fda regulations 21 cfr parts 4 and 803.Medtronic has made reasonable efforts to provide as much relevant information as is available to the company as of the submission date of this report.This report does not constitute an admission or a conclusion by fda, medtronic, or its employees that the device, medtronic, or its employee caused or contributed to the event described in the report.Any required fields that are unpopulated are blank because the information is currently unknown or unavailable.Medtronic will submit a supplemental report if additional relevant information becomes known.
Event or Problem Description
Medtronic received information regarding a navigation system being used outside of a procedure.It was reported that the em (electromagnetic) instrument interface box did not function.The issue was identified when an attempt was made to connect the box, which failed to operate, while another em instrument interface box from the same account worked immediately when connected to the system.There was no visible physical damage observed on the non-functioning unit.There was no patient involvement.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
H2) continuation of d10: section d information references the main component of the system.Other relevant device(s) are: product id: 9735825 ent, serial/lot #: (b)(6).H2-3) the product was returned to the manufacturer for evaluation.After functional testing and visual/physical examination, the reported issue was confirmed.The results of the analysis concluded that the light emitting diodes (leds) remained lit and the unit did not track tools.The cable going into the chassis was loose and the product had electrical failure.Codes: b01, c02, d02 h2) please see section d9 for further additional information.Medtronic submits this report to comply with fda regulations 21 cfr parts 4 and 803.Medtronic has made reasonable efforts to provide as much relevant information as is available to the company as of the submission date of this report.This report does not constitute an admission or a conclusion by fda, medtronic, or its employees that the device, medtronic, or its employee caused or contributed to the event described in the report.Any required fields that are unpopulated are blank because the information is currently unknown or unavailable.Medtronic will submit a supplemental report if additional relevant information becomes known.

• Brand Name: STEALTHSTATION¿ S8 SYSTEM
• Common Device Name: NEUROLOGICAL STEREOTAXIC INSTRUMENT
• Manufacturer (Section D): MEDTRONIC NAVIGATION, INC; 826 coal creek circle; louisville CO 80027
• Manufacturer (Section G): MEDTRONIC NAVIGATION, INC; 826 coal creek circle; louisville CO 80027
• Manufacturer Contact: justin ellis ; 8200 coral sea street ne mvs21; mounds view, MN 55112 ; 7635265677
• MDR Report Key: 20784003
• Report Number: 1723170-2024-03723
• Device Sequence Number: 15716769
• Product Code: HAW
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00763000360450
• UDI-Public: 00763000360450
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: TX
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K162309
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 01/30/2025

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 9735669
• Device Catalogue Number: 9735669
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 11/19/2024
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 12/16/2024; 01/08/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 11/26/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 01/07/2025; 01/30/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/04/2021
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): No
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Reuse
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Concomitant Medical Products and Therapy/Usage Dates: "SEE H11...."
• Patient Sex: Unknown