Severity
Moderate
ModerateClass IITerminated
FDA Devices recall · Reported October 29, 2014
Boston Scientific COGNIS CRT-D, Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator, models N118, N119. The following models are not available in the US: models N106, N107, P106, P107. Sterilized using ethylene oxide. Product Usage: Boston Scientific cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-Ds) are indicated for patients with moderate to severe heart failure who remain symptomatic despite stable, optimal heart failure drug therapy and have left ventricular dysfunction and QRS dur
Boston Scientific identified a subset of COGNISTM CRT-Ds and TELIGENTM ICDs that had experienced an increased rate of premature battery depletion due to compromised performance of…
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Boston Scientific Crm Corp recalled Boston Scientific COGNIS CRT-D, Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator, models N… - a moderate-severity action.
Boston Scientific COGNIS CRT-D, Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator, models N… was recalled by Boston Scientific Crm Corp in October 29, 2014. Reason: Boston Scientific identified a subset of COGNISTM CRT-Ds and TELIGENTM ICDs that had experienced an increased…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0087-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Boston Scientific Crm Corp issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Boston Scientific identified a subset of COGNISTM CRT-Ds and TELIGENTM ICDs that had experienced an increased….
- Moderate
- severity level
- Class II
- classification
- October 29, 2014
- reported
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0087-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0087-2015) was formally reported on October 29, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on September 17, 2014. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Boston Scientific Crm Corp is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Saint Paul, MN. Federal records list the affected scope as 31,144 total.
The documented reason for this recall is: Boston Scientific identified a subset of COGNISTM CRT-Ds and TELIGENTM ICDs that had experienced an increased rate of premature battery depletion due to compromised performance of a low voltage (LV) capacitor. Boston Sc… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide including American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, and U.S. - Virgin Islands. OUS countries to include: Argentina, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Bermuda, Braz…. 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.
Medical Devices recalls over time
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Affected scope
31,144 total
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
Product description
Boston Scientific COGNIS CRT-D, Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator, models N118, N119. The following models are not available in the US: models N106, N107, P106, P107. Sterilized using ethylene oxide. Product Usage: Boston Scientific cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-Ds) are indicated for patients with moderate to severe heart failure who remain symptomatic despite stable, optimal heart failure drug therapy and have left ventricular dysfunction and QRS duration > or equal to 120 ms. This family of pulse generators provide a variety of therapies including: -Ventricular tachyarrhythmia therapy, which is used to treat rhythms associated with sudden cardiac death such as VT and VF; -Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT), which treats heart failure by resynchronizing ventricular contractions through biventricular electrical stimulation; -Bradycardia pacing, including adaptive rate pacing, to detect and treat bradyarrhythmias and to provide cardiac rate support after defibrillation therapy.
Reason for recall
Boston Scientific identified a subset of COGNISTM CRT-Ds and TELIGENTM ICDs that had experienced an increased rate of premature battery depletion due to compromised performance of a low voltage (LV) capacitor. Boston Scientific updated their August 2013 Physician communication to include additional devices that may experience premature battery depletion due to compromised performance of a low volt
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-0087-2015 |
| Date reported | October 29, 2014 |
| Date initiated | September 17, 2014 |
| Recalling firm | Boston Scientific Crm Corp |
| Firm location | Saint Paul, MN |
| Affected scope | 31,144 total |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide including American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, and U.S. - Virgin Islands. OUS countries to include: Argentina, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Cayman I… |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
What to do with this recall
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Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
Boston Scientific COGNIS CRT-D, Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator, models N118, N119. The following models are not available in the US: models N106, N107, P106, P107. Sterilized using ethylene oxide. Product Usage: Boston Scientific cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillators (CRT-Ds) are indicated for patients with moderate to severe heart failure who remain symptomatic despite stable, optimal heart failure drug therapy and have left ventricular dysfunction and QRS duration > or equal to 120 ms. This family of pulse generators provide a variety of therapies including: -Ventricular tachyarrhythmia therapy, which is used to treat rhythms associated with sudden cardiac death such as VT and VF; -Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy (CRT), which treats heart failure by resynchronizing ventricular contractions through biventricular electrical stimulation; -Bradycardia pacing, including adaptive rate pacing, to detect and treat bradyarrhythmias and to provide cardiac rate support after defibrillation therapy.. Recalled by Boston Scientific Crm Corp. Units affected: 31,144 total.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Boston Scientific identified a subset of COGNISTM CRT-Ds and TELIGENTM ICDs that had experienced an increased rate of premature battery depletion due to compromised performance of a low voltage (LV) capacitor. Boston Scientific updated their August 2013 Physician communication to include additional devices that may experience premature battery depletion due to compromised performance of a low volt
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 29, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0087-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide including American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, and U.S. - Virgin Islands. OUS countries to include: Argentina, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Finland, France, French Polynesia, Germany, Greece, Guadeloupe, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Korea, Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Mozambique, Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles, New Caledonia, New Zealand, North Yemen, Norway, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Reunion, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Sweden, Switzerland, Syrian Arab Republic, Taiwan R O C, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Venezuela..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall? ▼
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0087-2015) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device? ▼
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.
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