FDA Device

Advanced Bionics Precision Linear Leads, part of the Precision Spinal Cord Stimulation System. Model Numbers: SC-2138-30, SC-2138-50, SC-2138-50T and SC-2138-70.

Hazard

A small number of unimplanted Precision Linear Leads may have been assembled with incorrect electrode material. At high stimulation levels, the metal may corrode and dissolved metals may enter the patient.

What You Should Do

Remedy

In United States, the clinician recall notification letters were distributed by Fed-Ex or U.S. Postal Service certified mail on 09/21/2006. For the other regions, the in-country representatives started providing notification to the clinicians on 09/21/2006. The recall notification letters will instruct physicians to immediately return the unimplanted units.

Products

Advanced Bionics Precision Linear Leads, part of the Precision Spinal Cord Stimulation System. Model Numbers: SC-2138-30, SC-2138-50, SC-2138-50T and SC-2138-70.
Brand
Advanced Bionics Corporation 12740 San Fernando Rd Bldgs. 1 & 3 Sylmar CA 91342
UPC
Serial Numbers: 111744, 112122, 112141, 112224, 112233, 114114, 116547, 116553, 117860, 117907, 110490, 100600, 110625, 110809, 113745, 113780, 112055 and 118943

Units Affected

18