| Model Number |
DB-1216 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Use of Device Problem (1670); Charging Problem (2892)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
07/08/2026
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that a deep brain stimulation (dbs) patient underwent an implantable pulse generator (ipg) revision after the ipg battery was reported to no longer hold a charge.It was further reported that the patient had previously undergone shoulder surgery during which electrocautery was used and no protective measures were taken to protect the ipg.The physician stated that the ipg was most likely damaged during that procedure.The reported ipg was explanted and replaced with a new ipg.The patient was reported to be receiving therapy following the revision procedure.The location of the explanted device is unknown.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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Block b3: approximated - event occurred a few weeks ago.Block d2b: additional applicable product codes: pjs, nhl.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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