Medtronic recalls Reveal LINQ LNQ11/PA96000 devices made on or after Feb 23, 2017 that may not detect and report heart rhythm issues to doctors.
Reveal LINQ with TruRhythm ICMs, that undergo a partial electrical reset appear to be programmed "ON", but are no longer able to detect and report Brady and Pause events to clinicians.
Medtronic is recalling Reveal LINQ LINQ devices made on or after February 23, 2017 because some models may not detect and report certain heart rhythm problems to doctors. This could lead to missed medical issues if the device fails to alert clinicians.
The device may undergo a partial electrical reset that causes it to appear "ON" but no longer detect and report Brady and Pause events to doctors. This could mean critical heart rhythm issues aren't communicated to healthcare providers.
People with Medtronic Reveal LINQ LINQ devices made on or after February 23, 2017 are affected. Those with heart conditions requiring monitoring are most at risk.
Check if your device has a serial number starting with 643169845 or 00643169845 or 00763000188. Devices made on or after February 23, 2017 are affected.
Look for a serial number starting with 643169845, 00643169845, or 00763000188 on the device.
No action is needed if your device was made before February 23, 2017 or has a different serial number.
The device may not detect and report Brady and Pause events to clinicians, which could lead to missed medical issues.
Check the serial number on your device; affected models have serial numbers starting with 643169845, 00643169845, or 00763000188 and were made on or after February 23, 2017.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2102-2021 — Medtronic Medtronic Hello, I own a Medtronic that is covered by recall Z-2102-2021 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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