Medtronic recalls certain implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) with DVAB1D1 model number that may have reduced energy output during high voltage therapy, potentially affecting heart rhythm management.
There is a rare potential for reduced- or no-energy output during high voltage (HV) therapy (typically 0-12J) in implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) and cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-Ds) manufactured with a specific (glassed) feedthrough, including currently available ICDs and CRT-Ds.
Medtronic is recalling specific implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) with model number DVAB1D1 that may have reduced energy output during high voltage therapy. This could impact the device's ability to properly manage heart rhythm in some cases.
The device uses a specific glassed feedthrough that may cause reduced or no energy output during high voltage therapy (typically 0-12J). This could potentially affect the device's ability to properly manage heart rhythm in some cases.
People with implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) who own the specific model number DVAB1D1 and have the listed lot/serial numbers are affected. Those with heart conditions requiring ICDs are most at risk.
Check if your device has the model number DVAB1D1 and the specific lot/serial numbers listed in the recall notice. This is an implantable device, so you would need to contact your doctor or Medtronic for verification.
Your doctor can confirm if your device is affected and provide guidance on next steps.
The recall indicates a rare potential for reduced or no energy output during high voltage therapy, but it is not expected to cause serious injury in normal use.
Check if your device has the model number DVAB1D1 and the specific lot/serial numbers listed in the recall notice. You should contact your doctor for verification.
Contact your doctor for guidance on next steps. They may recommend a device check or replacement.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1789-2023 — Medtronic Medtronic Hello, I own a Medtronic that is covered by recall Z-1789-2023 from Medtronic. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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