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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Gallant DR Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator REF # CDDRA500Q

Reported: April 27, 2022 Initiated: March 10, 2022 #Z-0988-2022

Product Description

Gallant DR Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator REF # CDDRA500Q

Reason for Recall

Bluetooth malfunction impacting Gallant devices post-implant. The failure causes the device to enter an inductive-only telemetry mode with a loss of Bluetooth communication. The Bluetooth malfunction results in the inability to remotely monitor these devices and resulted in reduced battery longevity.

Details

Units Affected
1
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution in the states of FL, KY and the country of France, Czech Republic.
Location
Sylmar, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Gallant DR Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator REF # CDDRA500Q. Recalled by St. Jude Medical, Cardiac Rhythm Management Division. Units affected: 1.
Why was this product recalled?
Bluetooth malfunction impacting Gallant devices post-implant. The failure causes the device to enter an inductive-only telemetry mode with a loss of Bluetooth communication. The Bluetooth malfunction results in the inability to remotely monitor these devices and resulted in reduced battery longevity.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 27, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0988-2022.