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Synchromed II infusion pump

FDA device recall Z-1040-04 · posted 2004-07-20 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Medtronic Inc, Neurological & Spinal Division
Reason for recall
The opposite version serial numbers were assigned to 20mL and 40mL SynchroMed II Model 8637 pumps. This size-type indication is used by the programmer to identify the pump size and can cause a limitation in the useable fill volume on a 40 mL pump and could cause some confusion related to the size of a 20 mL pump which identifies itself as a 40 mL pump.
Action taken
The physicians have been notified via letter of the problem with the pump. Appointments will be made with the patients and a Medtronic representative to correct the implanted devices.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
FRN
Quantity affected
14
Distribution
Within the United States and outside the United States.
Date initiated
2004-05-11
Date posted
2004-07-20
Date terminated
2005-11-23
Location
Columbia Heights, MN

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