Eon (Model 3716) IPG is a dual channel; 8-contact receiver designed to be connected to 4, 8, or 16 electrode leads or a lead extension. Product Usage: The Eon and Eon Mini Neurostimulation Systems are indicated as an aid in the management of chronic intractable pain of the trunk and/or limbs including unilateral or bilateral pain associated with the following: failed back surgery syndrome, intractable low back and leg pain.
Hazard
As of 11/30/2011, St. Jude Medical has received 110 patient complaints of warmth or heating at the implantable pulse generators (IPGs) implant site during charging for the Eon IPG and 116 reports of similar symptoms for the Eon Mini IPG, respectively.
What You Should Do
Remedy
ST. Jude Medical sent an Important Medical Device Correction letter dated December 19, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and recommendations to be followed. For questions contact your St. Jude Medical Neuromodulation Division Representative.
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Products
Eon (Model 3716) IPG is a dual channel; 8-contact receiver designed to be connected to 4, 8, or 16 electrode leads or a lead extension.
Product Usage:
The Eon and Eon Mini Neurostimulation Systems
- Brand
- Advanced Neuromodulation Systems Inc.