Boston Scientific Accolade Pacemaker Safety Action - Software Update SMR6

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:14:35 +0000
Medical Devices

ANSM has published updated safety information regarding Boston Scientific Accolade family implantable pacemakers (Accolade, Proponent, Essentio, Altrua 2, CRT-P Visionist, and Valitude). The agency reports that Boston Scientific is deploying software update SMR6 to correct anomalies in the previous SMR5 update and prevent inappropriate triggering of safety mode. For pace-dependent patients whose devices have not been updated with SMR5 and have 4 years or less of remaining battery life, an appointment should be scheduled without delay. SMR6 may reduce battery longevity for devices with extended longevity (EL) batteries. New device packaging since March 2026 includes information about potentially reduced battery life.