Boston Scientific recalls specific INTUA CRT-P pacemakers (models V272, V273, W273) with Extended Life batteries that may enter Safety Mode unexpectedly, requiring replacement.
The dual chamber INGENIO family pacemakers or cardiac resynchronization therapy pacemakers (CRT-Ps) may initiate Safety Mode later in device life (i.e., prior to reaching the Explant battery indicator) when the device's battery exhibits high internal impedance. This latent battery condition puts a device at risk for system resets to occur due to temporary high-power consumption related to telemetry attempts and subsequent reversion to Safety Mode to maintain back-up pacing. Although therapy is still provided when a device is in Safety Mode, replacement is required. - Only dual chamber INGENIO family pacemakers and CRT-Ps built with the Extended Life (EL) battery are included within this advisory population
Boston Scientific is recalling specific INTUA CRT-P pacemakers (models V272, V273, W273) with Extended Life batteries. These devices may enter Safety Mode unexpectedly, which requires replacement to prevent potential therapy interruption.
The pacemakers may experience high internal battery impedance over time, causing temporary system resets to Safety Mode. This can interrupt therapy delivery even though pacing continues, requiring replacement to maintain proper function.
Individuals with the recalled INTUA CRT-P pacemakers (models V272, V273, W273) using Extended Life batteries are affected. Patients with these specific models and serial numbers are most at risk.
Check if your device is an INTUA CRT-P model with serial numbers listed in the recall (V272, V273, or W273 models). The recall includes specific serial numbers provided in the official notice.
Reach out to Boston Scientific directly to confirm your device model and serial number for replacement instructions.
No, but replacement is required when the device enters Safety Mode. The recall requires replacement to prevent therapy interruption.
The device will continue providing backup pacing but may interrupt therapy delivery. Replacement is necessary to maintain proper function.
Check if your device is an INTUA CRT-P model with serial numbers listed in the recall (V272, V273, or W273 models).
We’ve drafted a message you can send Boston Scientific to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2019-2021 — Boston Scientific Boston Scientific Hello, I own a Boston Scientific that is covered by recall Z-2019-2021 from Boston Scientific. 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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