Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported October 17, 2012
Eon Mini IPGs manufactured in April 2012 could potentially exhibit a sudden, brief surge in stimulation that would be felt by the patient as uncomfortable or painful. SJMs routin…
Advanced Neuromodulation Systems Inc. recalled The Eon Mini Implantable Pulse Generator (IPG) is a 16-channel, rechargeable, multi-progr… - a moderate-severity action.
The Eon Mini Implantable Pulse Generator (IPG) is a 16-channel, rechargeable, multi-progr… was recalled by Advanced Neuromodulation Systems Inc. in October 17, 2012. Reason: Eon Mini IPGs manufactured in April 2012 could potentially exhibit a sudden, brief surge in stimulation that …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0025-2013 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Advanced Neuromodulation Systems Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Eon Mini IPGs manufactured in April 2012 could potentially exhibit a sudden, brief surge in stimulation that ….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0025-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0025-2013) was formally reported on October 17, 2012, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 4, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Advanced Neuromodulation Systems Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Plano, TX. Federal records list the affected scope as 56 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: Eon Mini IPGs manufactured in April 2012 could potentially exhibit a sudden, brief surge in stimulation that would be felt by the patient as uncomfortable or painful. SJMs routine testing, monitoring, and analysis of m… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide Distribution. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
56 units
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
The Eon Mini Implantable Pulse Generator (IPG) is a 16-channel, rechargeable, multi-program system that allows the connection of one or two leads with four, eight, and 16 electrode leads. It is powered by a hermetically sealed battery within a titanium case. It uses microelectronic circuitry to generate constant current electrical stimulation. Stimulation programs can be delivered as either single stimulation or MultiStim programs depending on patients need. Product Usage: Eon Mini system is indicated as an aid in the management of chronic intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs including unilateral or bilateral pain associated with the following: failed back surgery syndrome, intractable low back and leg pain.
Eon Mini IPGs manufactured in April 2012 could potentially exhibit a sudden, brief surge in stimulation that would be felt by the patient as uncomfortable or painful. SJMs routine testing, monitoring, and analysis of manufacturing processes identified three lots of Eon Mini IPGs that the internal battery has the potential to come into contact with the internal microcontroller board.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-0025-2013 |
| Date reported | October 17, 2012 |
| Date initiated | September 4, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Advanced Neuromodulation Systems Inc. |
| Firm location | Plano, TX |
| Affected scope | 56 units |
| Distribution | US Nationwide Distribution |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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