ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-0581-2010 ยท DTB Permanent Pacemaker Electrode

Greatbatch Medical

Enpath Myopore Sutureless Myocardial Pacing Lead, Ref: 511211. the contents of the inner package have been sterilized by ethylene-oxide gas. Manufactured by: Enpath Medical, Inc., 2300 Berkshire Lane North, Minneapolis, MN 55441 USA.

DateDec 29, 2009 (initiated Sep 1, 2009)
StatusTerminated
ReasonThe silicone tubing of affected leads was processed outside of validated parameters. Although the material remains biocompatible, test data regarding the performance characteristics are not available.
Root causeComponent change control
ActionCustomers were contacted by phone beginning 09/01/09. They were asked to hold product and determine if they had distributed any product. A written notification followed which identified the product, described the issue and asked for product to be returned. Product was distributed to two consignees and contained the following day. Questions are directed to the company at 612-559-2613.
Quantity35 units
DistributionCA and MN
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K925099POSSIS MEDICAL MYOPORE BIPOLAR SUTURELESS MYCARDIA
Possis Medical, Inc., Jun 22, 1993