Medtronic Synchromed II Model 8637 supplied in 20mL and 40 mL reservoir size and a catheter. P...
FDA Device Recall #Z-0896-2018 — Class II — August 9, 2017
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-0896-2018 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | August 9, 2017 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Medtronic Neuromodulation |
| Location | Minneapolis, MN |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 27,547 US and 13,025 OUS |
Product Description
Medtronic Synchromed II Model 8637 supplied in 20mL and 40 mL reservoir size and a catheter. Product Usage: The implantable Model 8637 SynchroMed II programmable pump is part of an infusion system that stores and delivers a prescribed drug to a specific site. The implanted infusion system consists of a Model 8637 SynchroMed II pump, supplied in 20 ml and 40 ml reservoir sizes, and a catheter. In the United States, the SynchroMed II Pump is specifically approved (indicated) for drugs as referenced in Indications Drug Stability and Emergency Procedures Reference Manual (refer to attached labeling # MA08927A006).
Reason for Recall
Medtronic implemented a final design change intended to address the motor stall due to corrosion and is recalling devices with the previous design that are not implanted.
Distribution Pattern
US Nationwide Distribution in the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, and WY
Lot / Code Information
US: CFN #: GTIN: PIN: 8637-20 00643169508149 863702012H 8637-40 00643169508156 863704012H OUS: CFN#: GTIN : PIN: 8637-20 00643169700901 863700221K 8637-20 00643169700918 863700222K 8637-20 00643169700925 863700223K 8637-20 00643169700932 863700224K 8637-20 00643169700949 863700225K 8637-20 00643169700956 863700226K 8637-20 00643169700963 863700227K 8637-20 00643169700970 863700228K 8637-20 00643169700987 863700229K 8637-20 00643169700994 863700230K 8637-20 00643169732247 863700241K 8637-20 00643169732254 863700242K 8637-20 00643169732261 863700243K 8637-20 00643169732278 863700244K 8637-20 00643169732285 863700245K 8637-20 00643169732292 863700246K 8637-20 00643169732308 863700247K 8637-20 00643169732315 863700248K 8637-20 00643169732322 863700249K 8637-20 00643169732339 863700250K 8637-40 00643169701007 863700231K 8637-40 00643169701014 863700232K 8637-40 00643169701021 863700233K 8637-40 00643169701038 863700234K 8637-40 00643169701045 863700235K 8637-40 00643169701052 863700236K 8637-40 00643169701069 863700237K 8637-40 00643169701076 863700238K 8637-40 00643169701083 863700239K 8637-40 00643169701090 863700240K 8637-40 00643169732346 863700251K 8637-40 00643169732353 863700252K 8637-40 00643169732360 863700253K 8637-40 00643169732377 863700254K 8637-40 00643169732384 863700255K 8637-40 00643169732391 863700256K 8637-40 00643169732407 863700257K 8637-40 00643169732414 863700258K 8637-40 00643169732421 863700259K 8637-40 00643169732438 863700260K
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Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.
Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.