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This event is associated with capa ca-0049 regarding previously unreported complaints from brazil.Device evaluation is not necessary because the reported event has been determined to be related to the functionality of the device.Livanova usa, inc.Submits this report to comply with 21 c.F.R.Part 803, the medical device reporting regulation, based on information that livanova has obtained, but may not have been able to investigate or verify prior to the date the report was required by the fda.This report does not constitute an admission, or a conclusion by fda or anyone else, that the device, livanova, or livanova's employees caused or contributed to the event described in the report.In particular, this report does not constitute an admission by anyone that the product described in this report has any "defects¿ or "malfunctions¿.These words are incorporated into the fda 3500a medwatch form by the fda, and livanova objects to their use.
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It was reported that during the postoperative period, the presence of infection in the electrode region was observed, the patient used antibiotics, after the use of the medications, the infection regressed.Product return and device evaluation is not necessary as the reported event is not related to the functionality or delivery of therapy of the device.Device history records were reviewed for the generator and lead.The generator and lead passed all specifications prior to distribution.The generator and lead were hp sterilized.No other relevant information has been received to date.
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