Medtronic, Activa PC, Model 37601, Method of Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide, Single Use Only, Rx Only. The Activa¿ PC neurostimulator is a dual-channel device capable of delivering bilateral stimulation. Activa PC contains a non-rechargeable battery and microelectronic circuitry to deliver a controlled electrical pulse to precisely targeted areas of the brain. The device is typically implanted subcutaneously near the clavicle, connected to an extension and leads, which are implanted in the brain.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Serial numbers: NKM724776H, NKM724782H, NKM724785H, NKM724790H, NKM724802H, NKM724843H.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. 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:
Medtronic Neuromodulation
Reason for Recall:
Medtronic is recalling six Activa PC (model 37601) Implantable Neurostimulators due to the potential for a damaged electrical component during manufacturing.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Medtronic, Activa PC, Model 37601, Method of Sterilization: Ethylene Oxide, Single Use Only, Rx Only. The Activa¿ PC neurostimulator is a dual-channel device capable of delivering bilateral stimulation. Activa PC contains a non-rechargeable battery and microelectronic circuitry to deliver a controlled electrical pulse to precisely targeted areas of the brain. The device is typically implanted subcutaneously near the clavicle, connected to an extension and leads, which are implanted in the brain.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Serial numbers: NKM724776H, NKM724782H, NKM724785H, NKM724790H, NKM724802H, NKM724843H.

Distribution:

Distributed in: MA, NC, OH, TX

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2259-2014

Related Recalls

Class I - Dangerous

Evaluation handsets may not be able to communicate with the neurostimulator due to handsets having a faster processing speed than prior handsets. An inability to connect may cause the therapy to stop being delivered and a system error will be displayed. Patient may experience return of underlying disease symptoms (e.g. overactive bladder, urinary retention, or fecal incontinence) based on their response to stimulation during the evaluation period.

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