Vercise Genus Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Implantable Pulse Generator IPG: R16 IPG KIT, REF: M365DB12160, and R32 IPG KIT, REF: M365DB12320
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: REF/UDI-DI(GTIN)/Serial Number Range/Expiration Date Range: M365DB12160/8714729985044/100209 - 753347/09-OCT-2020 through 26-MAR-2026; M365DB12320/8714729985051/100104 - 753200/09-OCT-2020 through 21-MAR-2026
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation
- Reason for Recall:
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Implantable Pulse Generator (IPG) may experience routine system check during IPG charging, which may cause device reset. The device reset could lead transient loss of stimulation; patients may experience undesired sensations, transient worsening of movement disorder symptoms, which may lead patient to request surgical intervention for replacement or revision.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
Product Information
Full Description:
Vercise Genus Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Implantable Pulse Generator IPG: R16 IPG KIT, REF: M365DB12160, and R32 IPG KIT, REF: M365DB12320
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
REF/UDI-DI(GTIN)/Serial Number Range/Expiration Date Range: M365DB12160/8714729985044/100209 - 753347/09-OCT-2020 through 26-MAR-2026; M365DB12320/8714729985051/100104 - 753200/09-OCT-2020 through 21-MAR-2026
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1890-2024
Related Recalls
Vercise Deep Brain Stimulation Systems Surgical Implant Manual, Document Number: 92328632-09
Boston Scientific Neuromodulation
Wire break(s) have occurred in rechargeable deep brain stimulation implantable pulse generators, implanted in the submuscular pectoral location. Wire breaks prevent successful stimulation, thus requiring device removal/replacement and users may experience high monopolar impedances, undesired sensation, loss of therapy, return of symptoms and/or Bluetooth connectivity challenges.
As a result of a comprehensive product performance review it was determine that the device and instruments are not consistently meeting expected performance levels. Issues include breakage of the instruments and implant/device.
Burr Hole Cover Kit, REF: M365DB4600C0; Burr Hole Cover Spares Kit, REF: M365DB4605C0. Components of Vercise Deep Stimulation System used with the Surgical Implant Manual
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Resistance and difficulties could occur while closing the retaining clip locking mechanism, which is part of a burr hole cover kit, which is part of a Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) system, which may lead to procedural delay, or lead-migration-which may require additional surgery.