U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Multi-function defibrillation electrodes, pre connect-
potential for damage to the wire insulation may
result in a potentially increased risk for reduced or no patient therapy and patient and/or clinician burns.
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Medtonic/Covidien issued recall letter on August 19, 2015. Customers were notified via Federal Express and the letter instructs customers to discontinue use of the product and return all inventory to Medtronic (Covidien), 2 Ludlow Park Drive, Chicopee, MA 01022, Attention: Field Action Returns.
Contact your Medtronic representative or Customer Service at (800)-882-5878.
“If our surveillance systems identify a potential performance issue, our personnel promptly evaluate the problem, including, when appropriate, conducting root cause investigations and internal testing to assess whether the product continues to meet specifications and defined performance criteria,” Medtronic told ICIJ in a statement. “In some cases, based on this evaluation, Medtronic may determine that a recall is necessary.” The company said that it communicates with healthcare providers and/or patients and provide recommendations to address such issues. Medtronic noted that these communications can include letters, emails, calls, press releases, physician notifications and social media postings, as well as informing the FDA and other regulators of the actions.