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Product Description
Medtronic EnTrust, Dual Chamber Implantable, Cardioverter Defibrillator with Ventricular Therapies, models D153DRG and D154DRG. The implantable cardioverter defibrillator is intended to provide ventricular antitachycardia pacing and ventricular defibrillation for automated treatment for automated treatment of life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias. Sterile. Medtronic, Inc., Minneapolis, MN 55432 USA.
“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.