St. Jude Medical, Inc. recalls Infinity 5, Implantable Pulse Generator, REF 6660, Rx only, STERILE EO, Product Usage: The Infinity IPG is an electroni…

Recall date

June 2, 2017

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-2693-2017

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

St. Jude Medical, Inc.

Sold / distributed

US Nationwide Distribution

Why it was recalled

The firm discovered a risk of loss of Neuromodulation therapy due to exposure of the IPG to monopolar electrosurgical devices (ESU) during medical procedures.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Infinity 5, Implantable Pulse Generator, REF 6660, Rx only, STERILE EO, Product Usage: The Infinity IPG is an electronic device designed to be connected to one or two extensions. It is powered by a hermetically sealed battery within a titanium case and uses microelectronic circuitry to generate constant-current electrical stimulation. The IPG is conductive on all sides, which allows the IPG case (also called a can) to be used as an anode for monopolar stimulation. The IPG communicates wirelessly with system programmers and controllers, and IPGs are available in small and large sizes to accommodate different power needs.