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It was reported that during implantable neurostimulator (ins) relocation and replacement, the existing leads migrated downward by two vertebral levels after being pulled through the skin to obtain additional slack.X-ray imaging performed during the procedure ide ntified the lead migration.One existing lead had an electrode with no connection when inserted into the new ins.Both existing leads were removed and replaced with new leads, and the existing ins was replaced.The device revision was completed successfully, and the issue was resolved.The manufacturer representative (rep) indicated they would send any further information as they become aware.
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Other relevant device(s) are: product id: 3778-60, serial/lot #: (b)(6), ubd: 26-may-2014, udi#: (b)(4); product id: 37 78-60, serial/lot #: (b)(6), ubd: 26-may-2014, udi#: (b)(4).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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