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Medtronic Navigation, Inc. recalls Medtronic Nexframe Stereotactic System and StealthStation Cranial software version 3.0 or newer with StealthStation DBS

Recalled May 27, 2020 · FDA recall Z-1995-2020 · Medtronic Navigation

Hazard
Entry point and lead placement inaccuracies during deep brain stimulation lead implantation procedures may occur when using a specific combination of the firm's Steriotactic System and auto-registration feature with a specific imaging system (also known as a fiducial-less procedure). Minor patient movement may not be initially detected by the user or the software during the auto-registration scan process potentially resulting in inaccuracies and risks for the patient including: inaccurate lead placement, delay of surgery, aborted surgery, or additional intervention (including revision of the lead placement and subsequent imaging). · FDA Class I
Units
61 customers purchased the specified combination of equipment which may lead to this error.
Sold at
Worldwide distribution including US nationwide, Austria, Canada, Italy, Romania, Spain, and United Kingdom.

Description

Entry point and lead placement inaccuracies during deep brain stimulation lead implantation procedures may occur when using a specific combination of the firm's Steriotactic System and auto-registration feature with a specific imaging system (also known as a fiducial-less procedure). Minor patient movement may not be initially detected by the user or the software during the auto-registration scan process potentially resulting in inaccuracies and risks for the patient including: inaccurate lead placement, delay of surgery, aborted surgery, or additional intervention (including revision of the lead placement and subsequent imaging).

Product
Medtronic Nexframe Stereotactic System and StealthStation Cranial software version 3.0 or newer with StealthStation DBS License or StealthStation S8 Software with Stealth DBS License and O-arm Imaging System utilizing the auto-registration (fiducial- less) workflow used in combination during a DBS (deep brain stimulation) procedure. Neurological stereotaxic Instrument.
Manufacturer(s)
Medtronic Navigation, Inc.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov

Medtronic Navigation, Inc. recalls Medtronic Nexframe Stereotactic System and StealthStation Cranial software version 3.0 or newer with StealthStation DBS | RecallWatchUSA