FDAClass IIMay 14, 2014

Medtronic SynchroMed¿ II Implantable Drug Infusion Pump recall

Medtronic SynchroMed¿ II Implantable Drug Infusion Pump, Model 8637-20, 8637-40. The implantable Medtronic SynchroMed II programmable pumps are part…

Why was Medtronic SynchroMed¿ II Implantable Drug Infusion Pump recalled?

This recall provides important new information regarding overinfusion associated with the Medtronic SynchroMed II Implantable Pump. Overinfusion can result in a life-threatening overdose and can also result in drug withdrawal due to premature emptying of the pump. Due to the low reported rate of occurrence of this issue and the inability to predict which pumps may be at risk, Medtronic is not re

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

This Medical Device Correction notification affects all SynchroMed II pumps.

Product
Medtronic SynchroMed¿ II Implantable Drug Infusion Pump, Model 8637-20, 8637-40. The implantable Medtronic SynchroMed II programmable pumps are part…
Recalling firm
Medtronic Neuromodulation
Quantity
195,198 pumps (146,435 US, 48,763 OUS)
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - All states in USA. OUS: List not provided at this time.
Recall date
May 14, 2014
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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