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Medtronic Intrathecal Catheter, Model 8731, (part of… recallZ-1414-06 · Medtronic Neurological · initiated Jul 21, 2006

Terminated All recalls posted in September 2006

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Medtronic Neurological or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean

Why it was recalled

Tip dislodgement during implantation-Medtronic is recalling Model 8731 Intrathecal Catheter and Model 8598 Intrathecal Catheter Distal Revision Kit because the platinum-iridium tip may be dislodged by the guide wire during implantation.

FDA root cause category: Other

What the company is doing

An Urgent Worldwide Medical Device Recall letter was sent to affected customers 07/20/06 for delivery on 07/21/06. The letter describes the issue, identifies the affected product and list action required by the customer. Affected devices are to be removed from active inventory, quarantined and returned to Medtronic for a warranty credit. A Reply card is asked to be returned. Medtronic Representatives will follow-up by July 28, 2006.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1414-06
Recall class
Not yet classified by the FDA
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Jul 21, 2006
Posted by the FDA
Sep 9, 2006
Recalling firm
Medtronic Neurological
Quantity
Recalls Z-1414-1415-06-USA - 359 devices. Foreign - 575 devices
Product code
LKK
FDA submissions
P860004
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA and Austria, Belgium, Canada, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, India, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom

Product description

Medtronic Intrathecal Catheter, Model 8731, (part of infusion systems using Medtronic implantable pumps) The catheter is designed for use in the intrathecal space. Medtronic, Inc., 710 Medtronic Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55432-5604 USA.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Model 8731 Base Lot Numbers: B011311N, B011421N, B011422N, B011500N, B011721N, B011737N, B011738N, B011786N, N0012097, N0012140, N0012141, N0012521, N0012692, N0012814, N0012815, N0012816, N0013149, N0013150, N0013352, N0013353, N0013354, N0013355, N0013707, N0013710, N0013936, N0014007, N0014236, N0014237, N0014330, N0014331, N0014332, N0014722, N0015050.   *Model 8731 Catheters and Model 8598 Distal Revision kits have a Base Lot number of eight (8) characters plus a two (2) digit suffix that represents serialization within these recalled lots. This list provides just the Base lot Number (the first eight characters of the product Lot No. found on the product labeling).

Other devices under the same FDA submission

51 devices cleared under P860004 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 35931).

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