Reported Mar 6, 2013 · Terminated

Advanced Neuromodulation Systems, Brio DBS System implantable neurostimulator, IPG or R-IPG, Model 6788 Implantable…

Advanced Neuromodulation Systems Inc.

Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.

What you should do

Stop using the affected lot and contact the recalling firm for the return or refund process. Check the FDA enforcement report for lot-level detail.

Firm contact: Advanced Neuromodulation Systems Inc. · 6901 Preston Rd · Plano, TX · 75024-2508

Is this the product you have?

  • Advanced Neuromodulation Systems, Brio DBS System implantable neurostimulator, IPG or R-IPG, Model 6788 Implantable Pulse Generator.
Lot codes and dates
  • Model number 6788. All lots manufactured prior to 03/16/2012 are being recalled.
Amount recalled
388 units

Why it was recalled

Unintended Fluid ingress into the device header has been shown.

This product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.

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Where this came from

Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (openFDA)

Read the FDA (openFDA device enforcement) notice

Notice updated Aug 15, 2013 · Data as of Sep 19, 5:31 PM UTC

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