| Model Number |
977118 |
| Medical Device Problem Codes |
Display or Visual Feedback Problem (1184); Energy Output Problem (1431); Inappropriate/Inadequate Shock/Stimulation (1574); Insufficient Device Problem Information (3190)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Device Overstimulation of Tissue (1991); Pain (1994); Electric Shock (2554)
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| Date of Event |
09/18/2026
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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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Information was received from a patient (pt) regarding an implantable neurostimulator.The reason for call was patient reported it seemed as though the stimulator wasn't working like it used to as their right side was hurting and they were in so much pain.Patient called their doctor's office and was told to call manufacturer to "increase the voltage." agent had patient connect through the mystimrc app, patient reported therapy was on in group a.Agent reviewed therapy information and general programming guidance in regards to changing groups and adjusting intensity. pt stated that in the morning she felt a strong electrical sensation and it was too high and needed help.Pt stated now they were seeing reboot system now and could not bypass the code.Agent attempted to walk pt through restarting handset.Pt was able to restart and get into the therapy settings to lower the stim.Pt stated it was working like it should now.Agent advised to call back if she needs more help.Pt mentioned she was in so much pain.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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B3: date is approximate.Month and year are confirmed valid.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.
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