MAUDE Adverse Event Report: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION INCEPTA ICD; IMPLANTABLE PULSE GENERATOR, PACEMAKER (NON-CRT)

Model Number	E163
Medical Device Problem Codes	High impedance (1291); Incorrect, Inadequate or Imprecise Result or Readings (1535)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	12/01/2014
Type of Reportable Event	Serious Injury
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during a retrospective review of device data it was identified that during a shock delivery, this system recorded a code 1005 indicative of high, out of range shock impedance measurements greater than 145 ohms.The associated rv lead was taken out of service; however, this device remained in service at the time of procedure and was subsequently removed from service at a later date to an unrelated reason.No adverse patient effects were reported.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during a retrospective review of device data it was identified that during a shock delivery, this system recorded a code 1005 indicative of high, out of range shock impedance measurements greater than 145 ohms.The associated rv lead was taken out of service, however this device remained in service at the time of procedure, and was subsequently removed from service at a later date to an unrelated reason.No adverse patient effects were reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
If pertinent information is provided in the future, a supplemental report will be submitted.The returned device was thoroughly inspected and analyzed upon receipt at our post market quality assurance laboratory.The device was then exposed to simulated heart load conditions, and the defibrillation, pacing, and sensing functions were tested.Impedance testing was completed and all measurements were within normal limits.The device operated appropriately with no interruptions in therapy output at the returned programmed settings.A series of electrical tests was also performed, and again, normal device function was observed.A risk review was completed and confirmed that the event of shock impedance high out of range was defined in the risk documentation.This event type has been accounted for during product risk analysis to support acceptable risk benefit for the product.Review of labeling determined that the complaint situation was listed in the manual.There was no indication in the complaint that the product was not used in accordance to labeling.The manual was unlikely to be the cause of the reported complaint; translation, wording, or graphics does not require further review.A review of the device history record (dhr) was performed.The review of the dhr identified that there were no process related non-conformances, scrap, or rework performed during the production that could explain the event.The reviews ensure each device meets specification prior to release for use.There is no indication the device manufacturing process contributed to the reported complaint.Based on a thorough review of the reported complaint, boston scientific has assigned an investigation conclusion code of cause linked to device but unable to trace more specifically.

• Brand Name: INCEPTA ICD
• Common Device Name: IMPLANTABLE PULSE GENERATOR, PACEMAKER (NON-CRT)
• Manufacturer (Section D): BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION; 4100 hamline avenue north; saint paul MN 55112
• Manufacturer (Section G): BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION; cashel road; clonmel ; EI
• Manufacturer Contact: timothy degroot ; 4100 hamline avenue north; saint paul, MN 55112 ; 6515826168
• MDR Report Key: 21857232
• Report Number: 2124215-2025-24281
• Device Sequence Number: 4684531
• Product Code: LWP
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: MA
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: P960040
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Device Implanted Year: 2013
• Device Explanted Year: 2024
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 06/19/2026

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Lay User/Patient
• Device Expiration Date: 03/13/2015
• Device Model Number: E163
• Device Catalogue Number: E163
• Device Lot Number: 104163
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Was the Report Sent to FDA?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/19/2025
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 05/29/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 04/17/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 06/19/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/15/2013
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): Yes
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Hospitalization; Required Intervention
• Patient Age: 49 YR
• Patient Sex: Female