“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.
Claria and Wide CRT-D MRI, serial RPB603896S, RPB603895S
Product Description
The CLARIA MRI system is indicated for use in patients with a high risk of sudden death due to ventricular tachyarrhythmias and who suffer from heart failure with ventricular dyssynchrony. The device is designed to provide atrial, ventricular or both atrial pacing, cardioversion and defibrillation for the automatic treatment of atrial, ventricular tachyarrhythmias, or both, which may endanger the patient's life.