SORIN CRM VR9250 Implantable cardioverter defibrillator User Manual

SORIN CRM Implantable cardioverter defibrillator Users Manual

Users Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. General description .................................................................... 6 2. Indications ................................................................................... 6 3. Contraindications ....................................................................... 6 4. Warnings and precautions ........................................................ 7 4.1. Risks related to medical environment ........................... 8 4.2. Sterilization, storage and handling .............................. 10 4.3. Implantation and device programming ........................ 11 4.4. Lead evaluation and lead connection .......................... 12 4.5. Generator explant and disposal ................................... 13 5. Adverse events ......................................................................... 14 5.1. Defender study ............................................................... 14 5.2. Table 1: Summary of European Clinical Complications ................................................................ 15 5.3. Table 2: Summary of European Clinical Complications ................................................................ 16 6. Clinical studies ......................................................................... 18 6.1. Defender study ............................................................... 18 7. Patient selection and treatment .............................................. 23 7.1. Individualization of treatment ....................................... 23 7.2. Specific patient populations ......................................... 24 8. Patient counselling information .............................................. 25 9. Conformance to standards ...................................................... 25 10. Physician guidelines ................................................................ 29 10.1. Physician training .......................................................... 29 10.2. Directions for use........................................................... 29 10.3. Maintaining device quality ............................................ 29 11. Patient information ................................................................... 30
12. How supplied ............................................................................ 30 12.1. Sterility ............................................................................ 30 12.2. Warranty and replacement policy ................................ 30 13. Device description.................................................................... 31 14. Implant procedure .................................................................... 33 14.1. Necessary equipment .................................................... 33 14.2. Packaging ....................................................................... 34 14.3. Optional equipment ....................................................... 34 14.4. Before opening the package ......................................... 34 14.5. Prior to implantation ...................................................... 35 14.6. Device placement ........................................................... 35 14.7. Choosing the type of lead ............................................. 36 14.8. Measurement of thresholds at implant ........................ 37 14.9. Lead connection............................................................. 37 14.10. Device implantation ....................................................... 38 14.11. Tests and programming ................................................ 39 15. Special modes .......................................................................... 39 15.1. Safety mode (nominal values) ...................................... 39 15.2. Magnet mode .................................................................. 40 15.3. Response in the presence of interference .................. 40 15.4. Detection characteristics in the presence of electromagnetic fields ................................................... 41 15.5. Protection against short-circuits .................................. 41 16. Main functions .......................................................................... 42 16.1. Automatic lead measurements ..................................... 42 16.2. Ventricular tachyarrhythmia management .................. 42 16.3. Pacing ............................................................................. 42 16.4. Sensing ........................................................................... 43 16.5. Follow-up functions ....................................................... 43 16.6. Remote Monitoring function ......................................... 44
17. Patient follow-up ....................................................................... 47 17.1. Follow-up recommendations ........................................ 47 17.2. Holter function ................................................................ 48 17.3. Elective Replacement Indicator (ERI) .......................... 49 17.4. Explantation .................................................................... 50 17.5. Defibrillator identification ............................................. 51 18. Physical characteristics .......................................................... 52 18.1. Materials used ................................................................ 52 19. Electrical characteristics ......................................................... 53 19.1. Table of delivered shock energy and voltage ............. 54 19.2. Battery ............................................................................. 55 19.3. Longevity ........................................................................ 55 20. Programmable parameters ...................................................... 57 20.1. Antibradycardia pacing ................................................. 57 20.2. Ventricular tachyarrhythmia detection ........................ 60 20.3. Ventricular tachyarrhythmia therapies ........................ 61 20.4. Remote alerts and warnings ......................................... 67 21. Non programmable parameters .............................................. 68 22. Limited warranty ....................................................................... 69 22.1. Article 1 : Terms of limited warranty ............................ 69 22.2. Article 2 : Terms of replacement .................................. 71 23. Patents ....................................................................................... 72 24. Explanation of symbols ........................................................... 73
6 – US-ENGLISH 1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION PARADYM  RF  VR  9250  is  an  implantable  single-chamber cardioverter defibrillator. It is equipped with an accelerometer to allow adaptation of pacing to suit the patient’s activity. 2. INDICATIONS This  device  is  indicated for  use  in  patients  who  are  at  high  risk  of sudden  cardiac death  due  to  ventricular  tachyarrhythmias  and  who have experienced one of the following situations:  ― Survival of at least one episode of cardiac arrest (manifested by the loss of consciousness) due to ventricular tachyarrhythmia, ― Recurrent, poorly tolerated sustained ventricular tachycardia (VT). NOTE: The clinical outcome for hemodynamically stable VT patients is not fully known. Safety and effectiveness studies have not been conducted. 3. CONTRAINDICATIONS Implantation  of  PARADYM  RF  VR  9250  is  contraindicated  in patients: ― whose  ventricular  tachyarrhythmias  may  have  transient  or reversible causes  such  as:  acute myocardial infarction, digitalis intoxication,  drowning,  electrocution,  electrolyte  imbalance, hypoxia, sepsis, or unstable ischemic episodes, ― who present incessant tachyarrhythmia, ― who have an internal pacemaker, ― whose  primary  disorder  is  bradyarrhythmias,  or  atrial tachyarrhythmias.
US-ENGLISH – 7 4. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS The  patient  should  be  warned  of  the  potential  risks  of  defibrillator malfunction  if  he  is  exposed  to  external  magnetic,  electrical,  or electromagnetic signals. These  potential  interference  sources  may  cause  conversion  to inhibited mode (because of noise detection), erratic delivery of VT or VF  therapies,  nominal  programming,  or  much  more  rarely, irreversible damage to the device’s circuits. The  main  sources  of  high  magnitude  electromagnetic  interference are:  powerful  radiofrequency  equipment  (radar),  industrial  motors and transformers, arc-welding equipment, high power loudspeakers. Resuscitation Availability: Do not perform device testing unless an external  defibrillator  and  medical  personnel  skilled  in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) are readily available. Electrical Isolation: Do not permit  the patient to  contact  grounded equipment  that  could  produce  hazardous  leakage  current.  Ensuing arrhythmia induction could result in the patient’s death. Disable the ICD During Handling: Program Shock Therapy to OFF during surgical implant and explant or post mortem procedures. The device  can  deliver  a  serious  high  energy  shock  should  accidental contact be made with the defibrillation electrodes. Antitheft gates: Since antitheft devices at the entrance to stores are not subject to any safety standards, it is advisable to spend as little time as possible in their vicinity. Airport detection systems: Since airport detection systems are not subject to any safety standards, it is advisable to spend as little time as possible in their vicinity. High  voltage  power  transmission  lines:  High  voltage  power transmission  lines  may  generate  enough  EMI  to  interfere  with defibrillator operation if approached too closely.
8 – US-ENGLISH Communication  equipment:  Communication  equipment  such  as microwave  transmitters,  linear  power  amplifiers,  or  high-power amateur  transmitters  may  generate  enough  EMI  to  interfere  with defibrillator operation if approached too closely. Home appliances: Home appliances that are in good working order and  properly  grounded  do  not  usually  produce  enough  EMI  to interfere  with  defibrillator  operation.  There  are  reports  of  device disturbances  caused  by  electric  hand  tools  or  electric  razors  used directly over the device implant site. CAUTION: Do not tap sharply on the ICD can after implant, because the  ICD's  sensing  circuits  can  detect  this  as  R-waves,  and  such oversensing  could  result  in  inappropriate  pacing,  inhibition,  or therapy.  Normal  activities  after  implant  do  not  result  in  such oversensing. 4.1. RISKS RELATED TO MEDICAL ENVIRONMENT It is advisable to carefully monitor defibrillator operation prior to and after any medical treatment during which an electrical current from an external source passes through the patient's body. Magnetic  Resonance  Imaging:  MRI  is  strictly  contraindicated  in cardiac defibrillator patients. A radio frequency ablation: A radio frequency ablation procedure in a patient with a generator may cause device malfunction or damage. RF  ablation  risks  may  be  minimized  by:  1. Programming  Shock Therapy  and  ATP  to  OFF.  2. Avoiding  direct  contact  between  the ablation catheter and the implanted lead or generator. 3. Positioning the  ground,  placing  it  so  that  the  current  pathway  does  not  pass through  or  near  the  device,  i.e.  place  the  ground  plate  under  the patient’s buttocks or legs. 4. Having external defibrillation equipment available.
US-ENGLISH – 9 Electrocautery or diathermy device: Diathermy and electrocautery equipment  should  not  be  used.  If  such  devices  must  be  used: 1. Keep  the  current  path  and  ground  plate  as  far  away  from  the device and the lead as possible (a  minimum of 15 cm [six inches]). 2. Before procedure, deactivate ATP and shock therapies. 3. During the procedure, keep the electrocautery device as far as possible from the  cardiac  defibrillator.  Set  it  at  minimum  intensity.  Use  it  briefly. 4. After the procedure, check for proper implant function. The device should never be exposed directly to the diathermy source. External  defibrillation:  PARADYM  RF  VR  9250  is  protected  from external defibrillation shocks. Before external defibrillation, deactivate ATP and shock therapies. During external defibrillation, it is advisable to avoid placing the defibrillating paddles directly over the casing or over the lead. The defibrillating paddles should preferably be placed in an anteroposterior position. Avoid any direct contact between the defibrillation paddles and the conductive parts of the implanted leads or casing of the implanted device. After external defibrillation, check for proper device function. Radiation therapy:  Avoid  exposure  to ionizing  radiation. Betatrons are  contraindicated.  If  high  doses  of  radiation  therapy  cannot  be avoided,  the  defibrillator  should  be  protected  from  direct  exposure with a  screen.  ATP  and shock therapies  should be  disabled  during exposure  and  proper  device  function  should  be  checked  regularly afterwards. Resulting damage may not be immediately detectable. If irradiation of tissues close to the implantation site is necessary, it is recommended  that  the  cardiac  defibrillator  be  moved.  As  a  safety measure, an external defibrillator should be immediately available. Lithotripsy: Lithotripsy  may  permanently  damage  the  device  if  this one is at the focal point of the lithotripsy beam. If lithotripsy must be used,  keep  the  defibrillator  at  least  2.5  to  5  cm  (1-2  inches)  away from the focal point of the lithotripsy beam. Diagnostic  ultrasound  (echography):  The  defibrillator  is  not affected by ultrasound imaging devices.
10 – US-ENGLISH Scales with body fat monitors and electronic muscle stimulators: A  patient  with  an  implanted PARADYM  RF  VR  9250 should  not  use these devices. 4.2. STERILIZATION, STORAGE AND HANDLING Resterilization: Do not resterilize and re-implant explanted ICDs. "Use Before" Date: A "Use Before" date is printed on the outer storage package and on the sterile package. Do not implant the device after this date because the battery may have reduced longevity and sterility may be affected. It should be returned to Sorin CRM. If Package Is Damaged: Do not use the device or accessories if the packaging  is  wet,  punctured,  opened  or  damaged  because  the integrity  of  the  sterile  packaging  may  be  compromised.  Return  the device to the manufacturer. Device  Storage:  Store  the  device  in  a  clean  area,  away  from magnets,  kits  containing  magnets,  and  sources  of  electromagnetic interference to  avoid  device damage. Store the device between 0  - 50 °C (32 - 122 °F). Temperatures outside the specified range may damage the device. Equilibration:  Allow  the  device  to  reach  room  temperature  before programming  or  implanting  the  device  because  rapid  temperature changes may affect initial device function.
US-ENGLISH – 11 4.3. IMPLANTATION AND DEVICE PROGRAMMING Use only a Sorin CRM programmer to communicate with the device. Do  not  position  any  magnet  over  the  ICD;  this  suspends tachyarrhythmia detection and treatment. Replace the device when the programmer displays an ERI* (defined by a battery voltage of 2.66 ± 0.01 V or a magnet rate lower than or equal to 80 bpm). Program device parameters such as sensitivity threshold and VT and VF detection intervals as specified in the device manuals. Lead  System:  Do  not  use  a  lead  system  other  than  those  with demonstrated  compatibility  because  undersensing  cardiac  activity and failure to deliver necessary therapy may result. In  situations  where  an  ICD  and  a  pacemaker  are  implanted  in  the same  patient,  interaction  testing  should  be  completed.  If  the interaction between the ICD and the pacemaker cannot be resolved through  repositioning  of  the  leads  or  reprogramming  of  either  the pacemaker or  the  ICD,  the  pacemaker should  not  be  implanted  (or should be explanted if previously implanted). Failure to properly insert the torque wrench into the perforation at an angle  perpendicular  to  the  connector  receptacle  may  result  in damage to the sealing system and its self-sealing properties. A safety margin of at least 10 J in the defibrillation threshold (DFT) is recommended. Carefully  confirm  that  true  ventricular  fibrillation has been induced because the DFT  for  ventricular tachycardia or flutter may be lower. The  defibrillator  should  be  implanted  with  the  engraved  side  facing outwards  in  order  to  facilitate  telemetric  communication  with  the programming head and to display the radiographic identification correctly. *:  corresponds  to  Recommended  Replacement  Time  (RRT)  /  End  of Service (EOS) as referred in the EN45502-2-2 standard.
12 – US-ENGLISH 4.4. LEAD EVALUATION AND LEAD CONNECTION PARADYM RF VR 9250 has two DF-1 and one IS-1 connector ports. IS-1  refers  to  the  international  standard  whereby  leads  and generators from different manufacturers are assured a basic fit (ISO 5841-1:2000).  DF-1  refers  to  the  international  standard  for defibrillation lead connectors (ISO 11318:2002). Do  not  tie  a  ligature  directly  to  the  lead  body,  tie  it  too  tightly,  or otherwise  create  excessive  strain  at  the  insertion  site  as  this  may damage the lead. Use the lead stabilizer to secure the lead lateral to the venous entry site. Do  not  immerse  the  lead  in  mineral  oil,  silicone  oil,  or  any  other liquid. Do not grip the lead with surgical instruments. Do not use excessive force or surgical instruments to insert a stylet into a lead. Use ventricular transvenous leads with caution in patients with either a mechanical or bioprosthetic tricuspid valvular prosthesis. Use the correct suture sleeve (when needed) , to immobilize the lead and protect it against damage from ligatures. Never implant the system  with  a  lead  system  that has a  measured shock  impedance  of  less  than  30  ohms.  A  protection  circuit  in  the defibrillator prevents shock delivery when impedance is too low. If the shock impedance is less than 30 ohms, reposition the lead system to allow a greater distance between the electrodes. Do not kink leads. Kinking leads may cause additional stress on the leads, possibly resulting in lead fracture. Do not insert a lead connector pin into  the  connector  block without first visually verifying that the setscrews are sufficiently retracted. Do not  tighten  the  setscrews  unless  a  lead  connector  pin  is  inserted because it could damage the connector block.
US-ENGLISH – 13 Lead  electrodes  in  contact  during  a  cardioversion  or  defibrillation therapy will cause current to bypass the heart, possibly damaging the ICD and  the lead. While the ICD is connected to the lead, make sure that the metal portions of any electrodes do not touch each other. If a pacing lead is abandoned rather than removed, it must be capped to ensure that it is not a pathway for currents to or from the heart. If a thoracotomy is required to place epicardial patches, it should be done during a separate procedure to reduce the risk of morbidity and mortality. Do  not  place  the  patch  lead  over  nerve  tissue  as  this  may  cause nerve damage. Place the patch lead with the conducting coil side facing the heart to ensure delivery of energy to the heart. Place the sutures well outside the coil of the patch lead or in the area between the coils to avoid possible coil fracture. If  countershock  is  unsuccessful  using  external  paddles,  adjust  the external  paddle  position  (e.g.,  anterior-lateral  to  anterior-posterior) and be sure that the external paddle is not positioned over the patch. Do  not  fold,  alter,  or  remove  any  portion  of  the  patch  as  it  may compromise electrode function or longevity. If a header port is unused on the generator, the port must be plugged to protect the generator. 4.5. GENERATOR EXPLANT AND DISPOSAL Interrogate  the  device,  and  program  shock  therapy  off  prior  to explanting,  cleaning  or  shipping  the  device  to  prevent  unwanted shocks. Return all explanted generators and leads to the manufacturer. Never  incinerate  the  device  due  to  the  potential  for  explosion.  The device must be explanted before cremation.
14 – US-ENGLISH 5. ADVERSE EVENTS Clinical data presented in this section are from the Defender study. PARADYM  RF  VR  9250  is  similar  in  design  and  function  to  the Defender  devices.  The  data  provided  are  applicable  to PARADYM RF VR 9250. 5.1. DEFENDER STUDY Clinical study of Defender IV DR 612 included 60 devices implanted in 60 patients, 38 in Europe (37 patients followed for a minimum of 3 months), and 22 in the U.S. (IDE G970282/S15) with a total device exposure of 228.7 and 30.3 device months, respectively. No deaths, serious  adverse  experiences  or  complications  were  judged  to  be device-related,  as  determined  by  the  investigator.  The  following tables summarize the safety data for this study. There was 1 death in the study that was classified as arrhythmic. The cause  of  death  was  recurrent  VT/VF  which  occurred  19  days  post implant. In the following tables, complications are defined as adverse device effect,  which  cannot  be  treated  or  resolved  by  simple  adjustments (e.g. reprogramming) and requires intervention. NOTE:  The  company  classified  as  complications  those  adverse device  effects  that  were  treated  with  surgery  or  with  external defibrillation of a ventricular cardiac event. Observations  are  defined  as  symptomatic  or  asymptomatic  clinical events  with  potential  adverse  device  effects  that  do  not  require intervention or can be corrected by simple adjustments. NOTE:  The  company  classified  as  observations  those  adverse device  effects  that  were  treated  with  programming  changes, medication,  or  other  method  that  was  not  classified  as  a complication.
US-ENGLISH – 15 Two of  the  38  Defender  IV DR 612  patients in Europe  (37  patients followed  for  a  minimum  of  3  months)  experienced  a  total  of  three complications, including device failures and replacements. Fourteen of  the  38  Defender  IV  DR  612  patients  experienced  a  total  of  18 observations. Complications and observations are reported in Tables 1 and  2. It should be noted that  a patient can have more  than one observation  or  complication.  There  were  no  observations  or complications in the U.S. 5.2. TABLE 1: SUMMARY OF EUROPEAN CLINICAL COMPLICATIONS (Including Device Failures and Replacements) All complications, 2 of 38 Defender IV DR 612 patients in Europe Event # of Patients % of Patients # of Events Events/100 Device-Years* Hematoma 1 2.6 1 5.2 Ventricular lead migration/dislodgment 2 5.3 2 10.5 * There were 228.7 device months in this study.
16 – US-ENGLISH 5.3. TABLE 2: SUMMARY OF EUROPEAN CLINICAL COMPLICATIONS (Including Patient Complaints) All complications, 14 of 38 Defender IV DR 612 patients in Europe Event # of Patients* % of Patients # of Events Events/100 Device-Years** Change in ventricular sensing threshold 1 2.6 1° 5.2 Device reset*** 1 2.6 1° 5.2 Inappropriate therapy for EMI 1 2.6 1° 5.2 Pneumothorax 1 2.6 1° 5.2 Pocket hematoma 2 5.3 2° 10.5 Pocket infection/hematoma 1 2.6 1° 5.2 Pocket infection from previous pacemaker 1 2.6 1° 5.2 Prolonged implant procedure 1 2.6 1 5.2 Sensor acceleration during telemetry*** 1 2.6 1 5.2 Shock for VT in VF Zone 1 2.6 1° 5.2
US-ENGLISH – 17 Event # of Patients* % of Patients # of Events Events/100 Device-Years** Slow VT not converted by ATP therapy 1 2.6 2° 10.5 Unsatisfactory sensing threshold test*** 2 5.3 2 10.5 Ventricular oversensing 3 7.9 3 15.7 * A patient can have more than one observation. ** There were 228.7 device months in this study. ***These  observations  would  not  have  happened  with  the  currently marketed device and programmer. °Investigator  indicated  that  Defender  IV  DR  did  not  cause  or contribute to the event.
18 – US-ENGLISH 6. CLINICAL STUDIES Clinical data presented in this section are from the Defender study. PARADYM  RF  VR  9250  is  similar  in  design  and  function  to  the Defender  devices.  The  data  provided  are  applicable  to PARADYM RF VR 9250. 6.1. DEFENDER STUDY Objectives:  The  primary  objectives  of  this  study  were  to demonstrate  a  complication  free  rate  (CFR)  comparable  to  that  of historical controls, to demonstrate, using a chronotropic assessment exercise  protocol  (CAEP),  a  rate  response  proportional  to  and appropriate for the level of exercise, and to evaluate and report the incidence of adverse events. Materials:  Each  patient  received  one  Defender  IV  DR  612 defibrillator,  an  atrial  pacing  and  sensing  lead,  and  a  Medtronic, Angeion,  or  Biotronik  defibrillation  lead  in  the  U.S.  or  any commercially available defibrillator lead outside the U.S. Methods: Investigators selected patients  who  survived at least one episode  of  cardiac  arrest  (manifested  by  loss  of  consciousness) presumably  due  to  a  ventricular  tachyarrhythmia  or  exhibited recurrent,  poorly  tolerated,  sustained  ventricular  tachycardia  (VT). The protocol required evaluation of performance and adverse events at pre-discharge, one month, three  months, six  months, and (in  the U.S.) every  three  months  thereafter.  At  the one-month visit, eligible patients  performed  a  chronotropic  assessment  exercise  protocol (CAEP) maximal exercise test.
US-ENGLISH – 19 Study Population. The table below summarizes inclusions. Region Date of first implant Date of last implant Data cut-off date Number of centers Number of patients US 14-Dec-99 08-Mar-00 14-Mar-00 6 22 Europe 04-May-99 26-Jul-99 14-Apr-00 11 38 All 04-May-99 08-Mar-00 14-Apr-00 (Eur), 14-Mar-00 (US) 17 60  Complication-free rate Only European patients followed for at least 3 months: Symbol Parameter Defender IV DR 612 N Overall number of patients 37 Pe*N Number of successes 35 Pe Observed experimental proportion 0.95 Ps Null hypothesis success rate 0.76 ES Estimated standard error of Pe 0.04 z´ Test statistic (1) 4.75 p Associated p-value < 0,0001 (1) Statistical test: z´ = (Pe-Ps)/SE where SE = sqrt(Pe(1-Pe)/N)
20 – US-ENGLISH  Rate response European patients only: GROUP Number of patients included Mean slope %SRR on %MR STD of slopes %SRR on %MR SE of mean slope %SRR on %MR Lower 95% CI Upper 95% CI Europe 20 0.77 0.17 0.04 0.69 0.84 Small Centers 9 0.79 0.18 0.06 0.67 0.91 Large Centers 11 0.75 0.15 0.05 0.66 0.84 Males 17 0.77 0.16 0.04 0.70 0.85 Females 3 0.73 0.22 0.13 0.47 0.98 SRR: Sensor Rate Reserve MR: Metabolic Reserve STD: Standard Deviation SE: Standard Error CI: Confidence Interval
US-ENGLISH – 21  Adverse events Event US (N=22) Number of events* Number of patients Percent of patients Intent to treat but did not 0 0 0.0 Non-device related death 0 0 0.0 Explant 0 0 0.0 Complication 0 0 0.0 Observation 0 0 0.0 Serious non-related other than death 1 1 4.5  Event Europe (N=38) Number of events* Number of patients Percent of patients Intent to treat but did not 0 0 0.0 Non-device related death 1 1 2.6 Explant 1 1 2.6 Complication 3 2 5.3 Observation 18 14 36.8 Serious non-related other than death 12 7 18.4
22 – US-ENGLISH Event All (N=60) Number of events* Number of patients Percent of patients Intent to treat but did not 0 0 0.0 Non-device related death 1 1 1.7 Explant 1 1 1.7 Complication 3 2 3.3 Observation 18 14 23.3 Serious non-related other than death 13 8 13.3 *  A  patient  can  have  more  than  one  complication,  observation,  or serious adverse event, not device-related. Device  Failures  and  Replacements:  No  device  failures  or replacements occurred with Defender IV DR 612 during the study.
US-ENGLISH – 23 7. PATIENT SELECTION AND TREATMENT 7.1. INDIVIDUALIZATION OF TREATMENT Exercise  stress  testing: If  the  patient’s  condition  permits,  use exercise stress testing to:  Determine the maximum rate of the patient’s normal rhythm,  Identify any supraventricular tachyarrhythmias,  Identify exercise-induced tachyarrhythmias. The  maximum  exercise  rate  or  the  presence  of  supraventricular tachyarrhythmias  may  influence  selection  of  programmable parameters.  Holter  monitoring  or  other  extended  ECG  monitoring also may be helpful. CAUTION: To avoid inappropriate therapy during an exercise stress test,  do  not  reprogram  any  parameter  during  the  test.  When  a parameter  is  reprogrammed,  "Discrimination"  algorithm  forces acceleration  to  "ventricular".  During  conducted  sinus  tachycardia within  the  programmed  Tachy  zone,  the  device  detects  a  1:1  fast rhythm.  Assuming  that  acceleration  was  set  to  ventricular  by reprogramming,  the  device  may  identify  this  as  a  VT,  and  may immediately apply the corresponding therapy.  Electrophysiologic  (EP)  testing:  EP  testing  may  be  useful  for  ICD candidates. EP testing may identify the classifications and rates of all the ventricular  and  atrial  arrhythmias,  whether  spontaneous  or  during  EP testing. Drug  resistant  supraventricular  tachyarrhythmias  (SVTs):  Drug resistant  supraventricular  tachyarrhythmias  (SVTs)  may  initiate frequent unwanted device therapy. A careful choice of programming options is necessary for such patients.
24 – US-ENGLISH Antiarrhythmic  drug  therapy:  If  the  patient  is  being  treated  with antiarrhythmic  or  cardiac  drugs,  the  patient  should  be  on  a maintenance drug dose rather than a loading dose at the time of ICD implantation.  If  changes  to  drug  therapy  are  made,  repeated arrhythmia inductions are recommended to verify ICD detection and conversion. The ICD also may need to be reprogrammed. Changes in a  patient’s  antiarrhythmic  drug  or  any  other  medication that affects the patient’s normal cardiac rate or conduction can affect the rate of tachyarrhythmias and/or efficacy of therapy. Direct any questions regarding the individualization of patient therapy to Sorin CRM’s representative. 7.2. SPECIFIC PATIENT POPULATIONS Pregnancy: If there is  a need to  image  the device, care should  be taken to minimize radiation exposure to the fœtus and the mother. Nursing Mothers: Although appropriate biocompatibility testing has been  conducted  for  this  implant  device,  there  has  been  no quantitative assessment of the presence of leachables in breast milk. Pediatric  Patients:  This  device  has  not  been  studied  in  patients younger than 18 years of age. Geriatric  Patients:  Most  of  the  patients  receiving  this  device  in clinical studies were over the age of 60 years. Handicapped  and  Disabled  Patients:  Special  care  is  needed  in using this device for patients using an electrical wheel chair or other electrical (external or implanted) devices.
US-ENGLISH – 25 8. PATIENT COUNSELLING INFORMATION The physician should consider the following points in counselling the patient about this device:  Persons  administering  CPR  may  experience  tingling  on  the patient’s body surface when  the patient’s  ICD system delivers a shock.  Advise patients to carry Sorin CRM ID cards and/or ID bracelets documenting their ICD system. 9. CONFORMANCE TO STANDARDS This  device  was  developed  in  conformance  with  all  or  parts  of  the following standards:  EN  45502-1:  1998  –  Active  implantable  medical  devices.  General  requirements  for  safety,  marking  and  information  to  be provided by the manufacturer.  EN  45502-2-1:  2003  -  Active  implantable  medical  devices.  Part  2-1:  Particular  requirements  for  active  implantable  medical devices intended to treat bradyarrhythmia (cardiac pacemakers).   EN  45502-2-2:  2008  –  Active  implantable  medical  devices.  Part  2-2:  Particular  requirements  for  active  implantable  medical devices  intended  to  treat  tachyarrhythmia  (includes  implantable defibrillators).  ISO  5841-3:  2000  Low  profile  connectors  (IS1)  for  implantable pacemakers.  ISO  11318  (DF-1):  Cardiac  defibrillator:  connector  assembly  for implantable  defibrillators  -  Dimensional  and  test  requirements, August 2002.  ANSI/AAMI  PC69:2007  Active  implantable  Medical  Devices  - Electromagnetic compatibility - EMC test protocols for implantable cardiac pacemakers and implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators.
26 – US-ENGLISH  IEC  60601-1-2  (2007):  Electromagnetic  compatibility  -  Medical electrical  equipment.  General  requirements  for  basic  safety  and essential performance - Collateral standard  EN  50371  (2002)  :  Generic  standard  to  demonstrate  the compliance of low power electronic and electrical apparatus with the  basic  restrictions  related  to  human  exposure  to electromagnetic fields (10 MHz - 300 GHz)  EN 301 489-1 (v1.8.1) & EN 301 489-27 (v1.1.1): Electromagnetic compatibility  and  Radio  spectrum  Matters  (ERM); Electromagnetic  Compatibility  (EMC)  standard  for  radio equipment and  services    -  Part 1 : Technical  Requirements and Part 27:  Specific  conditions for  Ultra  Low  Power Active  Medical Implants (ULP-AMI) and related peripheral devices (ULP-AMI-P)  EN  301839-1  (v1.3.1)  &  EN  301839-2  (v1.2.1):  Electromagnetic compatibility  and  Radio  spectrum  Matters  (ERM);  Short  Range Devices (SRD); Ultra Low Power Active Medical Implants (ULP-AMI)  and  Peripherals  (ULP-AMI-P)  operating  in  the  frequency range 402 MHz to 405 MHz; Part 1: Technical characteristics and test  methods  and  Part  2:  Harmonized  EN  covering  essential requirements of Article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive  EN  62311  (2008)  :  Assessment  of  electronic  and  electrical equipment  related  to  human  exposure  restrictions  for electromagnetic fields (0Hz to 300 GHz)  EN 62209-2  (2010)  : Human  exposure to  radio frequency  fields from  hand-held  and  body-mounted  wireless  communication devices – Human models, instrumentation and procedures – Part 2: Procedure to determine the specific absorption rate (SAR) for wireless  communication  devices  used  in  close  proximity  to  the human body (frequency range of 30MHz to 6 GHz) This  information  should  not  be  used  as  a  basis  of  comparisons among devices since different parts of the standards mentioned may have been used.
US-ENGLISH – 27 Sorin  CRM  declares  that  this  device  is  in  conformity  with  the essential  requirements  of  Directive  1999/5/EC  on  Radio  and Telecommunications  Terminal  Equipment,  with  the  mutual recognition of their conformity (R&TTE).  Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement 47 CFR Section 15.19 and 15.105(b) - The FCC product ID is YSGVR9250. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are  designed  to  provide  reasonable  protection  against  harmful interference in  a residential installation. This equipment generates  uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.  This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following  two  conditions: (1)  This device  may  not  cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must  accept  any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  FCC Interference Statement 47 CFR Section 15.21 - No Unauthorized Modifications CAUTION: This equipment may not be modified, altered, or changed in any  way  without  signed  written  permission  from  SORIN.  Unauthorized modification may void the equipment authorization from the FCC and will void the SORIN warranty.  Identification of the equipment according Section 95.1217(a) This transmitter is authorized by rule under the Medical Device Radiocommunication Service (in part 95 of the FCC Rules) and must not cause harmful interference to stations operating in the 400.150-406.000 MHz band in the Meteorological Aids (i.e., transmitters and receivers
28 – US-ENGLISH used to communicate weather data), the Meteorological Satellite, or the Earth Exploration Satellite Services and must accept interference that may be caused by such stations, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This transmitter shall be used only in accordance with the FCC Rules governing the Medical Device Radiocommunication Service. Analog and digital voice communications are prohibited. Although this transmitter has been approved by the Federal Communications Commission, there is no guarantee that it will not receive interference or that any particular transmission from this transmitter will be free from interference.  IC Requirements for canada - The IC product ID is 10270A-VR9250 This  class  B  digital  apparatus  meets  all  requirements  of  the Canadian Interference- causing equipment regulations. This  device  complies  with  Industry  Canada  licence-exempt  RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Under  Industry  Canada  regulations,  this  radio  transmitter  may  only operate  using  an  antenna  of  a  type  and  maximum  (or  lesser)  gain approved for the transmitter by Industry Canada. To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should  be  so  chosen  that  the  equivalent  isotropically  radiated  power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that necessary for successful communication. This  device  may  not  interfere  with  stations  operating  in  the  400.150–406.000 MHz  band in  the  Meteorological Aids, Meteorological  Satellite, and Earth Exploration Satellite Services and must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
US-ENGLISH – 29  10. PHYSICIAN GUIDELINES 10.1. PHYSICIAN TRAINING Physicians  should  be  familiar  with  sterile  pulse  generator  implant procedure  and  familiar  with  follow-up  evaluation  and  management  of patients with an implantable defibrillator (or referral to such a physician). 10.2. DIRECTIONS FOR USE ICD  operating  characteristics  should  be  verified  at  the  time  of implantation  and  recorded  in  the  patient  file.  Complete  the  Patient Registration  Form  and  return  it  to  Sorin CRM,  as  it  provides necessary information for warranty purposes and patient tracking. Additional  programming  instructions  can  be  found  by  accessing Online Help (click the “?” on the screen) on the Sorin CRM dedicated programmer.  Paper  copies  of  Online  Help  can  be  obtained  by contacting your Sorin CRM representative. 10.3. MAINTAINING DEVICE QUALITY This  device  is  FOR  SINGLE  USE  ONLY.  Do  not  resterilize  and reimplant explanted ICDs. Do not implant the device when:  It has been dropped on a hard surface because this could have damaged pulse generator components.  Its  sterility  indicator  within  the  inner  package  is  not  green, because it might not have been sterilized.  Its  storage  package  has  been  pierced  or  altered,  because  this could have rendered it non-sterile.
30 – US-ENGLISH  It  has  been  stored  or  transported  outside  the  environmental temperature limits: 32 °F (0 °C) to 122 °F (50 °C) as an electrical reset condition may occur.  "Use Before" date has expired, because this can adversely affect pulse generator longevity or sterility. 11. PATIENT INFORMATION Information  for  the  patient  is  available  in  the  patient  booklet, contained  in  the  outer  storage  package.  Additional  copies  can  be obtained  by  contacting  your  Sorin CRM  representative  or  on  the Sorin CRM's web site: http://www.sorin.com. This information should be given to  each patient with their first ICD and  offered  to  the  patient  on  each  return  visit  or  as  deemed appropriate. 12. HOW SUPPLIED 12.1. STERILITY The PARADYM RF defibrillators are supplied one per package in a sterile package. 12.2. WARRANTY AND REPLACEMENT POLICY Sorin CRM warrants its defibrillators. Refer to the section "Warranty" for additional information. Please see the following labelling sections for  information  concerning  the  performance  of  this  device: Indications,  Contraindications,  Warnings  and  Precautions,  and Adverse Events.
US-ENGLISH – 31 13. DEVICE DESCRIPTION The PARADYM RF VR system includes the model 9250 ICD device and  programming  system.  The  programming  system  includes  the Sorin CRM  Orchestra  Plus  programmer  with  the  SMARTVIEW programming software connected to a CPR3 programming head. The programming system is configured and furnished by Sorin CRM. The PARADYM RF VR 9250 can serve  as a defibrillation electrode (active housing) with a total surface area of 76 cm². The PARADYM RF VR 9250 is designed to recognize and treat slow or fast VT  and  VF  by  continuously  monitoring ventricular activity  to identify persistent ventricular  arrhythmias and to deliver appropriate therapies.  PARADYM  RF  VR  9250  features  DISCRIMINATION algorithm,  which  is  specifically  designed  to  differentiate  ventricular tachycardias  from  fast  rhythms  of  supraventricular  origin. DISCRIMINATION  continuously  monitors  R-R  interval  stability, searches for long cycles and evaluates sudden onset. In addition to the advanced detection scheme, PARADYM RF VR 9250 offers programmable single-chamber pacing therapy with or without rate-responsive capabilities using an acceleration sensor. PARADYM  RF  VR  9250  offers  tiered  therapy.  Therapies  can  be programmed independently in each zone:  in the Slow  VT  and VT zones:  two ATP programs, up to two  shocks  with  programmable  energy  and  up  to  four shocks with maximum energy can be programmed;  in the VF zone: one ATP program, up to two shocks with programmable  energy  and  up  to  four  shocks  with maximum energy can be programmed. When  the  rhythm  changes  from  one  zone  to  another,  the  device delivers the therapy programmed in this zone, starting with the same or more aggressive  program  for  the  area. The  ATP  program in the VF zone will only be applied if the VT coupling interval is longer than the programmed fast VT cycle length.
32 – US-ENGLISH The PARADYM RF VR 9250 offers biphasic shocks with a maximum stored energy of  42  J.  The shock configuration (electrodes  used  to apply the shock) can be chosen by programming one of the following combinations: can and one coil, can and 2 coils, 2 coils only. Other features are as follows:  Automatic ventricular sensitivity control  Non-committed shocks  Electrophysiological  studies  (EPS)  with  real-time  markers  or electrograms:   Programmer-controlled VT induction sequences,  Programmer-controlled VF inductions (30 Hz rapid pacing or shock on T),  Programmable  electrogram  vectors  (  EGM  V,  RVcoil-CAN, SVC-CAN, RVcoil-SVC)  Real-time  annotations  displayed  with  the  markers  and indicating the majority rhythm,  Manual ATP sequences,  Manual shocks.  Rescue shock  Follow-up tests:   Pacing lead impedance,  Coil impedance,  Capacitor charge time,  Pacing threshold tests.  Data storage:   Therapy History Report,  Statistics  (pace/sense,  therapy,  shocks,  and  battery voltage),  Up to 14 complete Holter records with event logs, marker channel notation, and electrogram records.
US-ENGLISH – 33 The connector head  has  three  ports: ventricular bipolar  pace/sense and  two  ports  for  RV  and  SVC  defibrillation  coils.  The  pace/sense port is compatible with the IS-1 standard and both defibrillation ports are  compatible  with  the  DF-1  standard.  Distal  lead  terminal connections  are  secured  with  set-screws  accessed  via  self-sealing silicone plugs. All lead connections pass through the header into the device via feedthroughs. Programming  System:  The  Sorin CRM  programmer  is  used  in conjunction  with  specific  programmer  software  to  interrogate  and program the implanted device at implant and during patient follow-up procedures. Remote  Monitoring:  The  PARADYM  RF  VR  9250  is  also  equipped with the RF wireless technology which  enables to  remotely monitor the patients who have the Sorin CRM SMARTVIEW Monitor installed at home. 14. IMPLANT PROCEDURE 14.1. NECESSARY EQUIPMENT Implantation  of PARADYM  RF  VR  9250  requires  the  following equipment:  Sorin  CRM  dedicated  programmer,  equipped  with  the SMARTVIEW software interface and with the programming head,  pacing system analyser, as well as its sterile connecting cables, to evaluate the pacing and sensing thresholds,  a ventricular pacing and defibrillation lead,  physiological signal monitor capable of displaying simultaneously the surface ECG and arterial pressure,  an external defibrillator with sterile external paddles,  sterile cover for the telemetry head.
34 – US-ENGLISH 14.2. PACKAGING  Contents The PARADYM RF VR 9250 and its accessories are ethylene oxide sterilized and hermetically sealed in two-ply clear packaging meeting international requirements. The  sterile  packaging  contains  a  defibrillator,  one  screwdriver,  and an insulating plug for the DF-1 defibrillation connector. The non-sterile items contained in the outer storage package are the implant  manual,  the  ICD  Registration  Form  and  its  envelope,  the patient booklet, the ICD ID card and 12 identification labels. Once  delivered,  PARADYM  RF  VR  9250  is  programmed  to  as-shipped values  that are different from nominal values  (see  Chapter “Programmable Parameters” for details). 14.3. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT The  following  equipment  may  be  required  during  implantation of PARADYM RF VR 9250:  sterile  water  to  clean  traces  of  blood.  Any  parts  cleaned  with sterile water must be thoroughly dried.  mineral oil to lubricate if necessary  a lead cap to isolate a lead which is not used 14.4. BEFORE OPENING THE PACKAGE Before opening the package, check the "Use Before" date printed on the labels  on the  box  and  on  the  sterile  package. Defibrillators that have  not  been  implanted  before  that  date  should  be  returned  to Sorin CRM. Devices  MUST  NOT  be  interrogated  and  programmed  within  the vicinity of other devices.
US-ENGLISH – 35 Also  check  the  integrity  of  the  sterile  package.  The  sterility  of  the contents is no longer guaranteed if the package has been pierced or altered. If the defibrillator is no longer sterile, it should be returned in its packaging to  Sorin CRM. Any re-sterilization of the  unit is  at the discretion of Sorin CRM. 14.5. PRIOR TO IMPLANTATION Use  the  programmer  to  verify  the  defibrillator  can  be  interrogated before implantation. Verify  all  shock  therapies  are  disabled  in  order  to  avoid  accidental discharge during implantation. It  is  not  advisable  to  program  the  Smoothing  function  before implantation, since  the  defibrillator  may detect noise  and  pace at  a rate higher than the programmed basic rate. CAUTION: Do not shake or tap sharply on the ICD package with the ICD inside,  because  the ICD's sensing circuits can interpret this  as R-waves  and  record  these  as  an  arrhythmia  episode.  If  unusual shaking  or  tapping  of  the  package  results  in  a  stored  arrhythmia episode, erase the recording before using the ICD. 14.6. DEVICE PLACEMENT The  pocket  should  be  prepared  in  the  left  pectoral  position,  either subcutaneously or submuscularly. Subcutaneous device implantation is recommended for optimal RF communication efficacy. Implantation in an abdominal position is not advisable. In  its  final  position,  the  defibrillator  should  be  no  more  than  4  cm below the skin surface.
36 – US-ENGLISH 14.7. CHOOSING THE TYPE OF LEAD The defibrillator should be connected to:  one  ventricular  defibrillation  lead  with  sensing/pacing  bipolar electrodes, and one or two defibrillation electrodes. The  choice  of  leads  and  their  configuration is  left  to  the  implanting physician’s judgment. Connectors: The bipolar pacing/sensing connector is compliant with the IS-1 standard and the defibrillation connectors are compliant with the DF-1 standard.  Shock configuration (+ -> -) The  shock  configuration  is  the  energy  pathway  between  the defibrillation  electrodes.  If  an  atrial  coil  is  present,  the  shock configuration can be programmed for bi-directional shocks. Programming: When active case and SVC are both programmed to Yes, the shock configuration can be programmed to: 1. RV to Case (or Case to RV), 2. RV to SVC (or SVC to RV), 3. RV to Case+SVC (or Case+SVC to RV). The polarity of shock is determined by the parameter itself.    RV to Case+SVC RV to Case RV to SVC
US-ENGLISH – 37 14.8. MEASUREMENT OF THRESHOLDS AT IMPLANT Pacing and sensing thresholds should be measured at implant. Pacing  threshold:  Acute  thresholds  should  be  lower  than  1 V  (or 2 mA) for a 0.35 ms pulse width. Sensing threshold: For proper ventricular sensing, the amplitude of the R-wave should be greater than 5 mV.  Pacing  impedance  measurement:  Ventricular  pacing  impedance should  range  from  200  to  3000  ohms  (refer  to  the  lead characteristics, especially if high impedance lead is used). 14.9. LEAD CONNECTION The  lead  must  be  connected  to  the  corresponding  connector  port. The position of each connector is indicated on the casing. CAUTION: Tighten only the distal insert. To connect each lead, proceed as follows: 1. Clean  the  lead  terminal  pins  thoroughly,  if  necessary  (device replacement). 2. Lubricate the lead terminal pins with sterile water, if necessary. 3. Do  not  insert  a  lead  connector  pin  into  the  connector  block without first visually  verifying that  the lead port is  not  filled  with any obstacle. 4. Insert  the  screwdriver  into  the  pre-inserted screw  socket  of  the appropriate port (in order to allow excess air to bleed out and to make the insertion of the lead pin easier). 5. Insert  the  lead  pin  all  the  way  into  the  port  (check  that  the  pin protrudes beyond the distal insert). 6. Tighten,  check  the  tightness  and  ensure  the  lead  pin  still protrudes beyond the distal insert, and did not move.
38 – US-ENGLISH CAUTION: 1. One  single  set  screw  is  located  on  the  side  of  the connection  header.  2. Do  not  tighten  the  pre-inserted  screws  when there is no lead (this could damage the connector). 3. Do not loosen the screws before inserting the connector (subsequent risk of being unable to reinsert the screw). 4. Removing the screwdriver: to avoid all risk of loosening screws during removal, hold the screwdriver by its  metal  part  and  not  by  the  handle.  5. When  mineral  oil  or  sterile water is  used to make lead  insertion easier, the  screwdriver should remain inserted into the pre-inserted screw socket when checking the tightness. As a matter of fact, when the lead port is filled with a liquid, the  physics  piston  effect  can  give  the  feeling  the  lead  is  properly tightened. NOTE:  To  optimise  cardioversion/defibrillation  shocks,  electrodes must be positioned so that the electric field between anode (s)  and cathode  covers  the  largest  myocardial  mass.  In  normal  conditions, the anode and cathode are adequately separated. In case of a short-circuit,  the  shock  may  be  aborted  to  prevent  damaging  the defibrillator. In the case of an external defibrillation shock delivered to the patient, always  check  the  programming  and  functioning  of  the  device,  in particular its capacity to deliver shocks. 14.10. DEVICE IMPLANTATION PARADYM RF VR 9250 should be implanted with the engraved side facing  outwards  for  optimal  communication  with  the  programming head and radiographic identification. Place the device in the pocket. Once in place, the defibrillator should be no more than 4 cm below the skin surface. Carefully wind excess lead and place in a separate pocket to the side of the defibrillator. It is recommended to not place any excess wire between the can and the heart.
US-ENGLISH – 39 Suture the  casing  connector  to the  muscle using  the  hole  provided for  this  purpose,  in  order  to  avoid  potential  migration of  the  device into the pectoral muscle. 14.11. TESTS AND PROGRAMMING During  the  implant  testing  procedure,  it  is  recommended  that  a security  margin  of  at  least  10  J  be  demonstrated  between  the effective shock energy and maximum programmable energy. Enable shock therapies, then program the defibrillator. Verify that the defibrillation lead impedance for each shock delivered ranges from 30 to 150 ohms. Check the lead connection if the values are outside these boundaries. Save the  programming data on the  programmer’s hard disk  and  on an external storage device (if desired). 15. SPECIAL MODES 15.1. SAFETY MODE (NOMINAL VALUES) Nominal  values  may  be  rapidly  restored  by  pressing  the  following button on the programming head or programmer keyboard:  or via the "Emergency" button on the SMARTVIEW screen. In  safety  mode,  the  defibrillator  operates  with  the  parameters underlined in the table of programmable parameters.
40 – US-ENGLISH 15.2. MAGNET MODE When the magnet is applied:  antiarrhythmia  functions  are  inhibited  (detection  of  rhythm disturbances, charging, and therapy),  pacing amplitude is set to 6 V,  pulse width is set to maximum,  pacing rate is set to the magnet rate,  the following functions are disabled: Smoothing, Rate Response. When the magnet is removed:  the sensor rate is forced to the basic rate,  arrhythmia  detection  algorithms  and  sequential  therapies  are reinitialized,  therapies start with the least aggressive program for each area. The other parameters remain at their programmed value. The magnet rate values are as follow: Magnet rate (bpm) 96 94 91 89 87 85 Magnet period (ms) 625 641 656 672 688 703 Magnet rate (bpm) 83 82 80 78 77 Magnet period (ms) 719 734 750 766 781 15.3. RESPONSE IN THE PRESENCE OF INTERFERENCE If the defibrillator senses electrical noise at a frequency above 16 Hz, it switches to an asynchronous mode at the basic rate. The programmed mode is restored as soon as the noise is no longer detected. Ventricular  pacing  is  also  inhibited  by  ventricular  noise.  It  can  be restored by setting the parameter V pacing on noise to Yes.
US-ENGLISH – 41 15.4. DETECTION CHARACTERISTICS IN THE PRESENCE OF ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS Per  Clause  27.4  of  Standard  EN  45502-2-2,  detection  in  the presence of electromagnetic fields is characterized as follows:  Differential mode:   Common mode rejection ratio:  16.6 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz Ventricular channel ≥ 69 dB ≥ 69 dB ≥ 69 dB 15.5. PROTECTION AGAINST SHORT-CIRCUITS The defibrillator can undergo a short-circuit if the anode and cathode are not adequately separated. In  this  case,  the  shock  is  aborted  to  prevent  damaging  the defibrillator  and  a  warning  will  indicate  that  a  short  circuit  (shock impedance < 20 ohms) was detected during the last shock.
42 – US-ENGLISH 16. MAIN FUNCTIONS 16.1. AUTOMATIC LEAD MEASUREMENTS Automatic  pacing  lead  impedance  measurement:  A  lead impedance  measurement  is  automatically  performed  on  the  lead every 6 hours. The daily mean impedance is stored. Automatic  coil  impedance  measurement:  A  coil  impedance measurement is automatically performed on RV and SVC coils once a week. The result is stored in the device memory. 16.2. VENTRICULAR TACHYARRHYTHMIA MANAGEMENT Searching  for  a  long  cycle  (Stability+):  Additional  arrhythmia classification criterion to improve identification of atrial fibrillation and avoid inappropriate shocks. Fast  VT  treatment:  Applies  detection  criteria  on  fast  ventricular tachycardiathat are different  from those  of  the VT  zone,  as  well  as different therapies. The fast VT zone is included in the VF zone: its lower limit is determined by  the programmed value for the VF zone and its upper limit by the programmed value for the fast VT zone. Polarity alternation on Max:shock Reverses the programmed polarity of every second shock set at maximum energy. The number, type, and energy of shocks is independently programmable by detection zone. 16.3. PACING BTO  (Brady  Tachy  Overlap):  Allows  pacing  in  the  slow  VT  zone, without affecting detection specificity. Post-shock  mode:  After  any  automatic  shock  therapy,  the  post-shock mode makes it possible to apply different pacing parameters.
US-ENGLISH – 43 16.4. SENSING Automatic  Refractory  Periods:  Optimize  sensing  and  make  the implant  progamming  easier.  These  periods  are  composed  of  a minimal  Refractory Period  and  a  triggerable  Refractory  Period. The duration of the refractory periods lengthens automatically as needed. Protection  against  noise:  Allows  the  distinction  between  ventricular noise and ventricular fibrillation. If the device senses ventricular noise, the ventricular  sensitivity  is  decreased  until  noise  is  no  longer  detected. Ventricular pacing can be inhibited to avoid a potential paced T-wave. Automatic sensitivity control: Optimizes  arrhythmia detection and avoids  late  detection  of  T-waves  and  over-detection  of  wide  QRS waves.  The  device  automatically  adjusts  the  sensitivities  based  on the ventricular sensing amplitude. In case of arrhythmia suspicion or after  a  paced  event,  the  programmed  ventricular  sensitivity  will  be applied.  The  minimum  ventricular  sensitivity  threshold  is  0.4  mV (minimum programmable value). 16.5. FOLLOW-UP FUNCTIONS Storage  of  memory  data:  AIDA+  (Automatic  Interpretation  for Diagnosis  Assistance)  software  provides  access  up  to  6  months  of patient follow-up  with day by day data  collection,  or up to 24  hours with  hourly  data  collection.  Episodes  of  ventricular  tachyarrhythmia are  recorded  with  the  programmable  EGM  channels:  either  by selecting up to two traces, or by selecting "V-Double" which enables a one-channel recording that is twice as long. Alerts  /  Warnings:  The  device  routinely  performs  security  self-checks  and  technical  measurements  to  ensure  system  integrity. When system integrity is found to be at risk outside a follow-up, alerts are stored in the device memory. When system integrity is found to be  at  risk  during  a  follow-up,  the  information  is  managed  as  a warning  (pop-up  message)  to  notify  immediately  the  user.
44 – US-ENGLISH For example, the following types of event can trigger a warning or an alert:  technical  problem  during  a  shock,  pacing  lead  impedance  or coil impedance measurements out-of-range, battery depletion,… 16.6. REMOTE MONITORING FUNCTION Remote  monitoring  enables  the  automatic  remote  transmission  of implant data to the physician thanks to the wireless Radio Frequency (RF)  communication  ability  of  the  implant  in  order  to  provide  a comprehensive report to the physician about device functioning and patient  cardiac  status  without  having  the  patient  physically  in  the clinic. The  data  is  transmitted  from  the  implant  and  the  SMARTVIEW monitor, a small transmitter placed in the patient home. Implant data are first transmitted to the SMARTVIEW monitor via RF. Data  are  then  rooted  through  the  phone  network  to  an  internet website. This website is responsible for transforming the implant data into a comprehensive report that can be consulted by the physician.  SMARTVIEW Monitor The  SMARTVIEW  monitor  is  a  small  device  equipped  with  an  RF transmission module to communicate with the implant and a modem to export data through the internet. The  SMARTVIEW  monitor  is  delivered  to  the  patient  who  has  to install it at home. Preferably the SMARTVIEW monitor will be placed on the nightstand of the patient, as  close as possible to  the side of the  bed  the patient  usually  sleeps.  The  SMARTVIEW  monitor  shall be  connected  to  the  phone  network  and  the  power  plug.  Regular transmissions are done during the night  when  the  patient is  asleep next  to  the  SMARTVIEW  monitor  without  any  intervention  from  the patient.
US-ENGLISH – 45  Transmission trigger There are 3 different triggers for a remote transmission:  the remote follow-up transmission is scheduled by the physician to occur regularly (according to the programming).  the  alert  transmission  will  take  place  when  the  implant  has recorded  an  abnormal  event.  The  list  of  abnormal  event  is available  in  a  following  paragraph.  Alert  conditions  are  checked daily.  the on-demand follow-up transmission is triggered by the patient himself  through  the  use  of  a  specific  button  on  the remote-monitor.  Data transmitted The  data  transmitted  are  identical  to  the  data  available  during  a standard  interrogation  with  the  Orchestra  Plus  programmer. All counters,  histograms,  IEGMs  and  diagnosis  available  in  the device are transmitted containing (not exhaustive list):  programmed parameters  Information on patient and system implanted  battery status  lead status (brady leads and defibrillation coils)   pacing counters and mean heart rate (brady)  atrial and ventricular arrhythmia counters and episodes  ventricular therapy counters  heart failure monitoring Data are presented in the form of 2 reports to the physician: the first one  contains  a  summary  of  major  counters,  histograms,  warnings and diagnosis. The second one presents the 3 most important IEGM episodes automatically selected based on the degree of severity for the patient.
46 – US-ENGLISH  User website On the website, the physician is able to:  consult and schedule the remote follow-ups of their patient  configure additional ways of being notified of alerts (for instance by SMS, fax or e-mail)  consult, print and export patient reports   Alert system The following set of alert trigger can be independently programmed ON/OFF by the physician using the Orchestra Plus programmer and can trigger an alert transmission:  Reset of the device  ERI reached  Low or high impedance (A, RV, LV)  Abnormal coil impedance (shock lead)  Low or High shock impedance  Long charge time  Inefficient high energy shock  All shocks programmed OFF  Shock treated VT/VF  Lack of V pacing in CRT device  Suspicion of noise on the V lead  Fast V rate during AF WARNINGS The  use  of  remote  monitoring  does  not  replace  regular  follow-up. Therefore,  when  using  remote  monitoring, the  time  period  between follow-ups visits may not be extended. When  ERI  mode  is  reached,  this  information  is  transmitted  via  the remote monitoring facility and then the remote-monitoring is switched off to preserve battery life.
US-ENGLISH – 47 17. PATIENT FOLLOW-UP 17.1. FOLLOW-UP RECOMMENDATIONS Before the  patient  is  discharged and  at  each  subsequent  follow-up visit, it is advisable to:  check the occurrence of system warnings  check the battery status,  check the integrity of the pacing and defibrillation leads,  check for proper sensing (sensitivity) and pacing ; set the pacing amplitude to twice the pacing threshold,  interrogate the implant memories (AIDA+),  check the efficacy of the therapies delivered,  keep  a  printout  of  programmed  parameters,  test  results,  and memory data,  reset the memory data and statistics. These  operations  should  be  performed  by  medical  personnel  in  an appropriate care unit, with resuscitation equipment present. It is recommended that a routine follow-up examination be done one month after discharge, and then every three months until the device nears the replacement date. After a device  reset,  the  magnet rate  is  equal to  87  ppm;  it  will  be updated within the next 24 hours. Refer to the online help for a description of displayed warning, and the necessity to contact Sorin CRM for an evaluation. Implant  software  upgrade:  In  case  a  new  implant  software  is downloaded  in  the  device  memory  through  the  programmer,  a warning  message  could  be  displayed  by  the  programmer  to  inform the user and give the proper instructions to follow.
48 – US-ENGLISH 17.2. HOLTER FUNCTION The  Holter  records  14  tachyarrhythmia  episodes  as  well  as  the therapy history. STORED EPISODES PARADYM  RF  VR  9250  stores  14  episodes  (VF,  VT,  Slow  VT, SVT/ST, nonsustained). For each episode four levels of details are presented:  Tachogram  Event log for the entire episode:   "Discrimination" analysis for each majority,  Delivered therapies,  Markers:  Ventricular  markers,  sensed,  paced  and  in  relative refractory periods,  EGM:  onset  and  detection  of  the  arrhythmia,  on  two  therapies, and the return to slow rhythm by recording electrogram.  Therapy  history:  For  each  arrhythmia  detection,  each  therapy delivered  (either  automatically  or  during  an  electrophysiological study) and at the end of each arrhythmia, PARADYM RF VR 9250 records the type of majority rhythm, the number of ATP sequences delivered, the energy and the number of shocks delivered..
US-ENGLISH – 49 17.3. ELECTIVE REPLACEMENT INDICATOR (ERI) Elective Replacement Indicators (ERI)(1) are:  magnet rate equal to 80 ± 1 min-1 or  battery voltage equal to 2.66 V ± 0.01 V CAUTION:  The  defibrillator  should  be  replaced  as  soon  as  the Elective Replacement Indicator (ERI) point is reached.  Between the ERI and the EOL (End of Life)(2), PARADYM RF VR 9250 can still function for:  9.7  months  (100%  pacing  in  VVI  mode,  500 ohms,  with  as-shipped settings), and deliver 7 shocks at 34 J or  6.4  months  (0%  pacing,  sensor  OFF,  one  42 J  shock  every 2 weeks). Once  the  Elective  Replacement  Indicator  (ERI)  point  has  been reached, the  device  operates  normally, except that  the charge time increases.  Under  normal  conditions  (and  without  programmer  use) the charge times are as follows:  Shock energy Charge time (sec) BOL 42 J 10 (± 2) ERI 42 J 13 (± 3) (1) Elective  Replacement  Indicators  (ERI)  corresponds  to Recommended Replacement Time (RRT) as referred in the EN45502-2-2 standard. (2) End  of  Life  (EOL)  corresponds  to  End  of  Service  (EOS)  as referred in the EN45502-2-2 standard.
50 – US-ENGLISH 17.4. EXPLANTATION The defibrillator should be explanted in the following cases:  The Elective Replacement Indicator (ERI) point is reached  Confirmed malfunction  Burial of the patient (for environmental reasons, the local regulation may  require  the  explantation  of  the  devices  containing  a  battery supply)  Cremation of the patient (the defibrillator may explode if  placed in an incinerator) The explanted defibrillator should not be reused in another patient. All explanted defibrillators should be returned to Sorin CRM, carefully cleaned  of  all  traces  of  contamination.  This  may  be  done  by immersing  them  in  an  aqueous  sodium  hypochlorite  containing  at least 1% chlorine, followed by rinsing copiously with water. The defibrillator should be protected against mechanical impact and the temperature variations that may occur during shipping. Before explantation, it is advisable to:  print out all programmed parameters, statistics and Holter function report,  save Patient data on floppy disk or hard disk,  disable shock therapies (VT and VF) to avoid any risk of untimely shock.
US-ENGLISH – 51 17.5. DEFIBRILLATOR IDENTIFICATION The defibrillator can be interrogated and programmed via telemetry, using  the  programming  head  interfaced  with  the  Sorin CRM dedicated programmer. Position the programming head over the telemetry antenna located in the upper part of the device, in order to communicate effectively via telemetry (see diagram below).  The device can be non-invasively identified as follows: 1. Take  an  X-ray  to  identify  the  name  of  the  manufacturer  and model, printed on the device (x-ray ID is SDB : S = SORIN; D = Defibrillator; B = PARADYM RF VR 9250).   2. Interrogate  the  device  using  the  Sorin  CRM  dedicated programmer.  The  model  and  serial  number  of  the  device  are automatically  displayed.  The  first  figure  in  the  serial  number corresponds to the last figure in the year of manufacture.
52 – US-ENGLISH 18. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS Dimensions 69.5 x 73.4 x 11 mm Weight 95 g Volume 38.6 cm3 Active surface area of casing 76 cm2 Connector IS-1, DF-1 18.1. MATERIALS USED Active surface area of casing 99% pure titanium Connectors Polyurethane* and silicone elastomer* DF-1 insulating plug silicone elastomer* *Medical-grade materials that have undergone "in vitro" and "in vivo" qualifications.
US-ENGLISH – 53 19. ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS Ventricular input impedance 80 kilohms ± 30 % D.C. capacitance 148 µF ± 8 % Capacitor formation No formation required Rate limit 192 min-1 ± 10 min-1 Pacing waveform  Defibrillation waveform
54 – US-ENGLISH 19.1. TABLE OF DELIVERED SHOCK ENERGY AND VOLTAGE The  relationship  between  stored  energies,  maximum  voltages  and delivered  energies  (at  37  °C,  50  ohm  load)  for  the  minimum,  low, mean and maximum programmed energy values is as follows: Stored energy (J) 0.5 10 20 34 42 V1 (Volt) 75 341 483 631 702 V2 (Volt) 37 173 245 318 353 Delivered E: Phase 1 (J) 0.31 7.0 14.0 23.9 29.6 Delivered E: Phase 2 (J) 0.08 1.8 3.6 6.1 7.5 Delivered E: Total (J) 0.4 8.8 17.6 30.0 37.1 Tolerances are 12% for voltage (25% at 0.5 J) and 30% for energy.
US-ENGLISH – 55 19.2. BATTERY Manufacturer Greatbatch Type Quasar High Rate (QHR) Model GB 2593 Number of batteries 1 Total capacity 1964 mAh Usable capacity Between BOL and ERI: 1278 mAh. Between BOL and EOL: 1675 mAh. Voltage BOL: 3.25 V. ERI: 2.66 V. EOL: 2.5 V. 19.3. LONGEVITY The  longevities  mentioned  below  are  calculated  by  taking  into account 6 months storage. 7.3 years Pacing in VVI mode, 100%, 500 ohm, 3.5 V, 0.35 ms, 60 min-1, one 42 J shock per quarter, sensor OFF 7.1 years Pacing in VVI mode, 100%, 500 ohm, 3.5 V, 0.35 ms, 60 min-1, one 42 J shock per quarter, sensor ON 9.1 years Pacing in VVI mode, 1%, 500 ohm, 3.5 V, 0.35 ms, 60 min-1,  one 42 J shock per quarter, sensor OFF 8.5 years Pacing in VVI mode, 15%, 500 ohm, 4.5 V, 0.50 ms, 60 min-1, one 42 J shock per quarter, sensor OFF 9.3 years 0% pacing, one 42 J shock per quarter, sensor OFF
56 – US-ENGLISH The  mean  longevity  as  a  function of  shocks delivered  at  maximum energy, with and without pacing, is as follows:   The mean longevity as a function of yearly remote follow-ups(1), with and without pacing, is as follows:  (1)  An  excessive  number  of  remote  follow-up  can  have  a  non-negligible impact on device longevity.
US-ENGLISH – 57 20. PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS measured at 37 °C under a 500 ohm load Legend: Value in bold: “as shipped” value Underlined value: nominal value 20.1. ANTIBRADYCARDIA PACING Basic parameters Values Mode VVI-VVIR Basic rate (min-1) (1) From 30 to 90 by steps of 5;  60 (± 4 %) Maximum rate (min-1) From 100 to 145 by steps of 5;  120 (± 6 %) Rate hysteresis (%) 0-5-10-20-35 (± 18 ms) (1) The corresponding periods are (in ms): 2000-1714-1500-1333-1200-1091-1000-923-857-800-750-706-667 ms.
58 – US-ENGLISH Special features Values Smoothing OFF-Very slow-Slow-Medium-Fast Physical activity Very low-Low-Medium-High-Very high Pacing/Sensing Values Ventricular sensitivity (mV) (1) From 0.4 to 4 by steps of 0.2;  0.4 (± 50 %) Ventricular amplitude (V) (2) 1-1.5-2-2.5-3-3.5-4-4.5-5-6 (± 20 %) Ventricular pulse width (ms) 0.12-0.25-0.35-0.5-0.6-0.75-0.85-1 (± 10 %) (1)  Values are  measured  using  a  positive  and  negative  triangular  signal  of 2/13 ms. (2)  The  correlation  between  the  programmed  amplitudes,  the  stored amplitudes  and  the  mid-pulse  delivered  amplitudes  under  a  500  ohm load are given in the following table: Programmed ampl. (V) 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 Mid-pulse delivered ampl. (V) 0.97 1.39 1.79 2.35 2.84 3.25 Stored amplitude (V) 1.14 1.63 2.1 2.76 3.33 3.82 Programmed ampl. (V) 4 4.5 5 6   Mid-pulse delivered ampl. (V) 3.58 4.23 4.47 5.37   Stored amplitude (V) 4.2 4.96 5.25 6.3
US-ENGLISH – 59 Post-shock mode Values Mode OFF-VVI Duration 10s-20s-30s-1min-2min-3min-4min-5min Basic rate (min-1) From 50 to 90 by steps of 5;  60 (± 4 %) V amplitude (V) 1-1.5-2-2.5-3-3.5-4-4.5-5-6 (± 20 %) V pulse width (ms) 0.12-0.25-0.35-0.5-0.6-0.75-0.85-1 (± 10 %) Sensitivity margins Values Ventricular post pacing margin (mV) From 0 to 2 by steps of 0.2; 0.8 Response to noise Values Automatic sensitivity on noise ON-OFF V pacing on noise ON-OFF
60 – US-ENGLISH 20.2. VENTRICULAR TACHYARRHYTHMIA DETECTION Therapy zones Values Slow VT detection zone (1) Slow VT ON-Slow VT OFF VT detection zone VT ON-VT OFF Fast VT / VF detection zone Fast VT+VF ON-VF ON Slow VT rate (lower limit) (min-1) From 100 to 200 by steps of 5 ; 190 VT rate (lower limit) (min-1) 130-135-140-145-150-155-160-165-170-175-180-185-190-195-200-210-220-230 VF rate (lower limit) (min-1) 150-155-160-165-170-175-180-185-190-195-200-210-220-230-240 Fast VT rate (upper limit) (min-1) 155-160-165-170-175-180-185-190-195-200-210-220-230-240-255 Slow VT persistence (cycles) 4-6-8-12-16-20-30-50-100-200 VT persistence (cycles) 4-6-8-12-16-20-30-50-100-200 VF persistence (cycles) From 4 to 20 by steps of 1 ; 6 (1)  The  Slow  VT  zone  should  be  programmed  ON  only  if  the  VT  zone  is programmed ON.
US-ENGLISH – 61 Detection criteria Values Slow VT and VT detection criteria Rate Only-Stability-Stability+-Stability/Acc-Stability+/Acc Fast VT detection criteria Rate+Stability-Rate Only Majority: (X/Y), Y (cycles) 8-12-16 Majority: (X/Y), X (%) 65-70-75-80-90-95-100 Window of RR stability for Slow VT  and VT (ms) 30-45-65-80-95-110-125-125 Window of RR stability for fast VT (ms) 30-45-65 Prematurity acceleration (%) 6-13-19-25-31-38-44-50 Long cycle persistence extension (cycles) From 0 to 16 by steps of 1; 10 Long cycle gap (ms) 15-30-45-65-80-95-110-125-140-155-170-190-205 20.3. VENTRICULAR TACHYARRHYTHMIA THERAPIES Common parameters Values Enable ATP therapy Yes-No Enable shock therapy Yes-No Polarity alternation (42J) Yes-No Atrial coil (SVC) present Yes-No Active case Yes-No Shock configuration (+ --> -) Case to RV-SVC to RV-Case + SVC to RV-RV to Case-RV to SVC-RV to Case + SVC SVC exclusion (shock < 15J) Yes-No
62 – US-ENGLISH  Therapy parameters in slow VT zone ATP 1 program Values ATP program OFF-Burst-Burst+Scan-Ramp-Ramp+Scan Number of sequences 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Cycles in first sequence 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Cycles added per sequence 0-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Coupling interval (%) 50-55-60-65-70-75-80-85-90-95 Ramp decrement (per cycle) (ms) 0-4-8-12-16-20-30-40-50-60 Scan decrement (per sequence) (ms) 0-4-8-12-16-20-30-40-50-60 Time limit (min) 0.5-1-1.5-2-2.5-3-3.5-4 Minimum cycle length (ms) 95-110-125-140-155-170-190-205-220-235-250-265-280-295-310
US-ENGLISH – 63 ATP 2 program Values ATP program OFF-Burst-Burst+Scan-Ramp-Ramp+Scan Number of sequences 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Cycles in first sequence 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Cycles added per sequence 0-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Coupling interval (%) 50-55-60-65-70-75-80-85-90-95 Ramp decrement (per cycle) (ms) 0-4-8-12-16-20-30-40-50-60 Scan decrement (per sequence) (ms) 0-4-8-12-16-20-30-40-50-60 Time limit (min) 0.5-1-1.5-2-2.5-3-3.5-4 Minimum cycle length (ms) 95-110-125-140-155-170-190-205-220-235-250-265-280-295-310 Shock program Values Shock 1 (J) OFF-0.5-0.8-1-1.3-1.5-2-2.5-3-3.5-4-5-6-7-8-9- (± 30 %) 10-12-14-16-18-20-22-24-26-28-30-32-34-42 (± 15 %) Shock 2 (J) OFF-0.5-0.8-1-1.3-1.5-2-2.5-3-3.5-4-5-6-7-8-9- (± 30 %) 10-12-14-16-18-20-22-24-26-28-30-32-34-42 (± 15 %) Number of Max. Shock (42 J) OFF-1-2-3-4
64 – US-ENGLISH  Therapy parameters in VT zone ATP 1 program Values ATP program OFF-Burst-Burst+Scan-Ramp-Ramp+Scan Number of sequences 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Cycles in first sequence 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Cycles added per sequence 0-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Coupling interval (%) 50-55-60-65-70-75-80-85-90-95 Ramp decrement (per cycle) (ms) 0-4-8-12-16-20-30-40-50-60 Scan decrement (per sequence) (ms) 0-4-8-12-16-20-30-40-50-60 Time limit (min) 0.5-1-1.5-2-2.5-3-3.5-4 Minimum cycle length (ms) 95-110-125-140-155-170-190-205-220-235-250-265-280-295-310
US-ENGLISH – 65 ATP 2 program Values ATP program OFF-Burst-Burst+Scan-Ramp-Ramp+Scan Number of sequences 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Cycles in first sequence 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Cycles added per sequence 0-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Coupling interval (%) 50-55-60-65-70-75-80-85-90-95 Ramp decrement (per cycle) (ms) 0-4-8-12-16-20-30-40-50-60 Scan decrement (per sequence) (ms) 0-4-8-12-16-20-30-40-50-60 Time limit (min) 0.5-1-1.5-2-2.5-3-3.5-4 Minimum cycle length (ms) 95-110-125-140-155-170-190-205-220-235-250-265-280-295-310 Shock program Values Shock 1 (J) OFF-0.5-0.8-1-1.3-1.5-2-2.5-3-3.5-4-5-6-7-8-9- (± 30 %) 10-12-14-16-18-20-22-24-26-28-30-32-34-42 (± 15 %) Shock 2 (J) OFF-0.5-0.8-1-1.3-1.5-2-2.5-3-3.5-4-5-6-7-8-9- (± 30 %) 10-12-14-16-18-20-22-24-26-28-30-32-34-42 (± 15 %) Number of Max. Shock (42 J) OFF-1-2-3-4
66 – US-ENGLISH  Therapy parameters in fast VT / VF zone ATP 1 program Values ATP program OFF-Burst-Burst+Scan-Ramp-Ramp+Scan Number of sequences 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Cycles in first sequence 1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Cycles added per sequence 0-1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15 Coupling interval (%) 50-55-60-65-70-75-80-85-90-95 Ramp decrement (per cycle) (ms) 0-4-8-12-16-20-30-40-50-60 Scan decrement (per sequence) (ms) 0-4-8-12-16-20-30-40-50-60 Time limit 10s-20s-30s-1min-1.5min-2min Minimum cycle length (ms) 95-110-125-140-155-170-190-205-220-235-250-265-280-295-310 Shock program Values Shock 1 (J) OFF-0.5-0.8-1-1.3-1.5-2-2.5-3-3.5-4-5-6-7-8-9- (± 30 %) 10-12-14-16-18-20-22-24-26-28-30-32-34-42 (± 15 %) Shock 2 (J) OFF-0.5-0.8-1-1.3-1.5-2-2.5-3-3.5-4-5-6-7-8-9- (± 30 %) 10-12-14-16-18-20-22-24-26-28-30-32-34-42 (± 15 %) Number of Max. Shock (42 J) 1-2-3-4
US-ENGLISH – 67 20.4. REMOTE ALERTS AND WARNINGS General parameters Values RF communication (1) ON-OFF Remote alerts (1) ON-OFF (1)  RF  and  Remote  alerts  are  turned  on  automatically  if  Shocks  are programmed ON. System Alerts Values Battery depletion – ERI ON-OFF Device reset ON-OFF Excessive charge time (>25s) ON-OFF System integrity  ON-OFF Lead Alerts Values Abnormal lead impedance ON-OFF Abnormal lead low limit (Ohm) 200-250-300-350-400-450-500 Abnormal lead high limit (Ohm) 1500-1750-2000-2500-3000 Abnormal RV coil impedance ON-OFF Abnormal SVC coil impedance ON-OFF Abnormal Shock impedance (1) ON-OFF (1) Normal impedance range [20 Ohm-200 Ohm]
68 – US-ENGLISH Clinical status Values V oversensing ON-OFF Therapy information Values Shock disabled ON-OFF Shocks delivered OFF-All shocks-Inefficient shock-Inefficient max shock 21. NON PROGRAMMABLE PARAMETERS Ventricular refractory periods Values Post ventricular sensing 95 ms (± 16 ms) Post ventricular pacing 220 ms (± 4 ms) Therapies Values Waveform Constant tilt (50% - 50%) Stored energy for the Max. shock 42 J (± 15 %) Pacing amplitude during ATP therapies 7 V (Actual value at 300 ms: 5.3 V)
US-ENGLISH – 69 22. LIMITED WARRANTY The PARADYM RF implantable cardioverter defibrillator is the result of highly advanced research and all components have been selected after exhaustive testing. Sorin CRM S.r.l. (identified as “Sorin CRM” hereafter) guarantees the product PARADYM  RF  against  any  damage  caused  by  component failure or  production defects  during  a  period of  four years  after  the implantation  date,  and  Sorin CRM  commits  itself  to  replace  all PARADYM RF devices according to the terms described in article 1 and described in article 2 of this section. Sorin CRM  makes  no  claim  that  the  human  body  will  not  react unsuitably  to  the  implantation  of  the  PARADYM  RF  device,  or  that failure will never occur. Sorin CRM  does  not  guarantee  the  suitability  of  PARADYM  RF  in defined  types  of  patients;  selection  of  the  device  is  a  medical decision. Sorin CRM  shall  not  be  held  liable  for  any  damage  indirectly associated  with  the  PARADYM  RF,  whether  as  part  of  normal  or abnormal  operation,  nor  damage  from  its  explantation  or replacement. Sorin CRM  does  not  authorise  anyone  to  modify  these  limited warranty conditions. 22.1. ARTICLE 1 : TERMS OF LIMITED WARRANTY 1. The  PARADYM  RF  implantable cardioverter  defibrillator  is  only guaranteed for one implantation. 2. The EURID/IAPM implant form must be sent to Sorin CRM within 30 days after implantation. 3. The  PARADYM  RF  cardioverter defibrillator  must  be  implanted prior to the use-before date indicated on the packaging.
70 – US-ENGLISH 4. The limited guarantee only applies to suspect devices  returned to  the  manufacturer,  carefully  packed  and  accompanied  by  an explantation report duly completed by the hospital or the doctor and considered defective after analysis by Sorin CRM.  The  device  must  be  returned  within  the  30  days  following explantation to Sorin CRM. Any device returned and replaced under the terms of this limited warranty will become the exclusive property of Sorin CRM. Any  rights  under  the  terms  of  this  limited  warranty  will  be forfeited  if  the  PARADYM  RF  device  has  been  opened  by anyone other than Sorin CRM. These  rights  will  also  be  forfeited  if  the  device  has  been damaged by carelessness or accident. This  is  the  case  especially  if  the  device  has  been  exposed  to temperatures above  50°C,  to electrical  abuse  or to mechanical shock, particularly  as  a  result of  being dropped. Consequently, any expert opinion offered by a third party after the device has been removed also nullifies the guarantee. 5. The limited warranty will be forfeited if it is proven that the device has  been  misused  or  inadequately  implanted,  against  the physicians’manual recommendations of PARADYM RF. 6. The  limited  warranty  does  not  include  leads  and  other accessories used for the implantation. 7. The  replacement  terms  or  conditions  described  in  article  2 include  all  devices  that  shall  be  replaced  within  the  limited warranty period because of battery depletion, without any link to a component failure or a production hazard. The device battery longevity varies with the type and number of delivered therapies. 8. Legal  requirements  of  jurisdictions  where  the  PARADYM  RF device  is  distributed  will  supersede  any  warranty  conditions indicated in this manual that conflict with such laws.
US-ENGLISH – 71 22.2. ARTICLE 2 : TERMS OF REPLACEMENT 1. In case of PARADYM RF failure because of a component failure, a production defect, or a conception error, occurring within two-year  period  starting  from  the  implantation  date,  Sorin CRM  is committed to:   replacing free of charge the explanted device by a Sorin CRM device with equivalent features,  or issuing a replacement credit equal to the purchase price for the purchase of any other Sorin CRM replacement device. 2. After a two-year period and up to 4 years after the implantation, Sorin CRM,  because  of  limited  warranty  terms,  will  issue  a replacement credit to the buyer of an amount equivalent to half of  the  initial  purchase  price  minus  prorata  temporis  during  this two-years period. 3. In  any  case  the  credit  issued  by  the  limited  warranty  terms cannot exceed the purchase price of a  Sorin CRM  replacement device.
72 – US-ENGLISH 23. PATENTS The PARADYM RF model described in this manual is covered by the following US patents:  5 167 224, 5 226 415, 5 271 394, 5 312 451, 5 325 856, 5 339 820, 5 350 406, 5 411 533, 5 462 060, 5 513 645, 5 545 181, 5 558 097, 5 564 430, 5 591 218, 5 626 619, 5 645 574, 5 674 265, 5 697 960, 5 702 424, 5 702 426, 5 713 928, 5 741 315, 5 776 164, 5 776 165, 5 818 703, 5 836 980, 5 868 793, 5 891 170, 5 891 184, 5 899 931, 5 931 856, 5 935 153, 5 954 660, 5 978 708, 6 181 968, 6 230 058, 6 236 111, 6 251 703, 6 256 206, 6 307 261, 6 337 996, 6 397 105, 6 408 209, 6 487 451, 6 487 452, 6 505 068, 6 532 238, 6 556 866, 6 604 002, 6 622 039, 6 625 491, 6 711 441, 6 738 665, 6 830 548, 6 889 080, 6 898 845, 6 912 421, 6 937 898, 6 975 905, 7 065 402, 7 072 716, 7 076 297, 7 113 826, 7 142 924, 7 164 946, 7 251 526, 7 366 566, 7 400 921, 7 400 922, 7 953 483.
US-ENGLISH – 73 24. EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS  The symbols on product labelling have the following meaning:  Use by  Date of manufacture  Serial number  Batch number  For single use only  Sterilised using ethylene oxide  Temperature limitation  High voltage  Consult instruction for use.
74 – US-ENGLISH     FCC ID YSGVR9250 IC : 10270A-VR9250 Last revision date of this implant manual: 2012-03

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