Medical device recalls
38750 federal recalls on file. Federal recalls for medical devices — surgical equipment, monitors, diagnostic tools, implants, home health devices. Sourced from the FDA.
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceLuminex CorporationClass IIVerigene Processor SP, Models 10-0000-07/10-0000-07R a component of the Verigene system
Heater within the Verigene System may be outside of established temperature limits for assays which could result in false negative results.
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceNeuralynx IncClass IIATLAS Stim Headbox-NK For use only with the ATLAS Neurophysiology System. CAUTION--INVESTIGATIONAL DEVICE Limited by Federal (or United States) law to investigational use. Only for use in Non-Significant Risk studies under the supervision of an IRB.
Atlas Stim Headbox (ASHB) was delivered to US customers under a premise that the device had an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) and was for research use only, but the manufacturer does not have an approved IDE by the FDA. The product has not undergone electrical safety testing and has not received regulatory clearance.
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceTotal Resources IntlClass IITotal Resources International First Aid Kits, Item Numbers: 01REF2621, 10OUT02086REV3. Kit contents include ULTRAtab Laboratories Electrolyte Tablets under the Brand of Medique and Medi-Lyte, Product Code: M963.
ULTRAtab Laboratories recalled Acetaminophen and electrolyte tablets that were later placed into Total Resources Intl kits. Acetaminophen and electrolyte tablets were recalled due to a Fluid Bed Drier exhaust system breach, which presents the possibility of cross-contamination where the potential contaminations are well known API's at well below efficacious dose levels.
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceTotal Resources IntlClass IITotal Resources International First Aid Kits, Item Numbers: 10HBC01087, 10HBC01092A3PK, 10HBC01112, 10HBC01113, 10HBC01329GLRV1, 10OUT02086GLRV2, 16BLU01495, 20HBC01015CCREV3, 20HBC01084GLOWCC. Kit contents include ULTRAtab Laboratories Coated APAP 325 mg (Acetaminophen 325 mg), Product Code: L202L.
ULTRAtab Laboratories recalled Acetaminophen and electrolyte tablets that were later placed into Total Resources Intl kits. Acetaminophen and electrolyte tablets were recalled due to a Fluid Bed Drier exhaust system breach, which presents the possibility of cross-contamination where the potential contaminations are well known API's at well below efficacious dose levels.
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceBeckman Coulter Inc.Class IIMicroScan WalkAway-96 plus Reconditioned Instrument REF B1018-396R
WalkAway Instruments may have been assembled with the incorrect AC power entry connector inlet with is rated at 1 ampere current rating rather than the correct current rating of 10 ampere
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceBeckman Coulter Inc.Class IIMicroScan WalkAway-40 plus Reconditioned Instrument REF B1018-340R
WalkAway Instruments may have been assembled with the incorrect AC power entry connector inlet with is rated at 1 ampere current rating rather than the correct current rating of 10 ampere
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceBeckman Coulter Inc.Class IIDxM 1096 MicroScan WalkAway Instrument REF B1018-496
WalkAway Instruments may have been assembled with the incorrect AC power entry connector inlet with is rated at 1 ampere current rating rather than the correct current rating of 10 ampere
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceBeckman Coulter Inc.Class IIDxM 1040 MicroScan WalkAway Instrument REF B1018-440
WalkAway Instruments may have been assembled with the incorrect AC power entry connector inlet with is rated at 1 ampere current rating rather than the correct current rating of 10 ampere
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceBeckman Coulter Inc.Class IIMicroScan WalkAway-96 plus Instrument REF B1018-284
WalkAway Instruments may have been assembled with the incorrect AC power entry connector inlet with is rated at 1 ampere current rating rather than the correct current rating of 10 ampere
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceBeckman Coulter Inc.Class IIMicroScan WalkAway-40 plus Instrument REF B1018-283
WalkAway Instruments may have been assembled with the incorrect AC power entry connector inlet with is rated at 1 ampere current rating rather than the correct current rating of 10 ampere
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceBoston Scientific CorporationClass IIEXALT Model D Single-Use Duodenoscope (Box 2) UPN: M0054242CE1 Intended Use: sterile, single-use, flexible video duodenoscope intended for use with the EXALT" Controller to examine duodenum and perform various procedures within the duodenum including endoscopy and endoscopic surgery.
Updated Instructions for Use (IFU) for EXALT Model D Single-Use Duodenoscope highlight the known risk of perforation and provide best clinical practices related to insertion, advancement, and removal of this device.
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceBoston Scientific CorporationClass IIEXALT Model D Single-Use Duodenoscope (Box 1) UPN:M0054242CE0 Intended Use: sterile, single-use, flexible video duodenoscope intended for use with the EXALT" Controller to examine duodenum and perform various procedures within the duodenum including endoscopy and endoscopic surgery.
Updated Instructions for Use (IFU) for EXALT Model D Single-Use Duodenoscope highlight the known risk of perforation and provide best clinical practices related to insertion, advancement, and removal of this device.
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceBoston Scientific CorporationClass IIEXALT Model D Single- Use Duodenoscope (Box 2) UPN: M00542421 Intended Use: sterile, single-use, flexible video duodenoscope intended for use with the EXALT" Controller to examine duodenum and perform various procedures within the duodenum including endoscopy and endoscopic surgery.
Updated Instructions for Use (IFU) for EXALT Model D Single-Use Duodenoscope highlight the known risk of perforation and provide best clinical practices related to insertion, advancement, and removal of this device.
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceBoston Scientific CorporationClass IIEXALT Model D Single- Use Duodenoscope (Box 1) UPN: M00542420 Intended Use: sterile, single-use, flexible video duodenoscope intended for use with the EXALT" Controller to examine duodenum and perform various procedures within the duodenum including endoscopy and endoscopic surgery.
Updated Instructions for Use (IFU) for EXALT Model D Single-Use Duodenoscope highlight the known risk of perforation and provide best clinical practices related to insertion, advancement, and removal of this device.
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceGetinge Usa Sales IncClass IIGetinge 9100-Series Washer Disinfector models: 9120E, 9125E, 9127E, 9128E, 9122EW, 9128EW.
Inadequate documentation verifying whether device installation has been executed in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements. This can lead to installation failure modes and hazardous situations.
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceAtrium Medical CorporationClass IiCast Covered Stent System Product Code/Part Number: 85400 85401 85402 85403 85404 85405 85406 85407 85408 85409 85410 85411 85412 85413 85414 85415 85416 85417 85418 85419 85420 85424 85440 85441 85442 85443 85444 85445 85450 85451 85452 85453 85454 85455 Product Code/UDI /Description: 85400 00650862854008 iCAST COVERED STENT,5MMX38MMX80CM 85401 00650862854015 iCAST COVERED STENT,5MMX59MMX80CM 85402 00650862854022 iCAST COVERED STENT,6MMX38MMX80CM 8
Firm has observed increased rate of customer complaints related to separation of the balloon or catheter hub from the delivery catheter during delivery system withdrawal causing procedural delay and possible administration of additional anesthesia and contrast which may impact patients' renal function. Potential harms include occlusion or embolism and associated response, with specific outcomes such as amputation, embolism, loss of organ function, organ infarction, or tissue infarction. ***Updated June 2023*** Additional surgical stress caused by prolonged interventional surgery has the potential to lead to myocardial infarction or death.
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceAtrium Medical CorporationClass IAtrium Advanta V12 Covered Stent System (OUS only). Product Code/Part Number: 85320 85321 85322 85323 85324 85325 85326 85327 85328 85329 85330 85331 85332 85333 85334 85335 85336 85337 85338 85339 85340 85341 85342 85343 85344 85345 85350 85351 85352 85353 85354 85355 85360 85361 85364 85365 85388 85389 85390 85391 85392 85394 85395 85396 85397 85398 85370 85371 85372 and 85379. Product Code/UDI /Description: 85320 650862853209 Advanta V12 Covered Stent, 5mm x 38mm x 80cm; 85321 650862
Firm has observed increased rate of customer complaints related to separation of the balloon or catheter hub from the delivery catheter during delivery system withdrawal causing procedural delay and possible administration of additional anesthesia and contrast which may impact patients' renal function. Potential harms include occlusion or embolism and associated response, with specific outcomes such as amputation, embolism, loss of organ function, organ infarction, or tissue infarction. ***Updated June 2023*** Additional surgical stress caused by prolonged interventional surgery has the potential to lead to myocardial infarction or death.
- 2022-05-25FDA-DeviceAvanos Medical, Inc.Class IAvanos Cortrak 2 Enteral Access System (EAS)
Product labeling is being modified. STOP using the Anonymous Account Mode feature of the CORTRAK 2 device immediately. CONFIRM placement of the NG/NI tube per institution protocol.
- 2022-05-18FDA-DeviceShanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd.Class IIDigital Medical X-ray Imaging System, Model: uDR 596i, uDR 592h
X-ray imaging system positioning image and protocol label is reversed for Flexion and Extension on C-Spine and L-Spine, this will cause the image to be incorrectly labeled and may cause the patient to have a repeat exposure.
- 2022-05-18FDA-DeviceDaavlin Distributing CompanyClass II4 Series CX phototherapy units equipped with Daavlin's ClearLink Control System software versions v3.03h and 3.04v. M4 Ser CX 311-20 120-240V 50/60Hz, item # 807QS0020CX6.
Software issue, resuming an interrupted treatment will result in swap of utilized calibration treatment distance 0" inches to "9. Resulting in over or under dosing.
- 2022-05-18FDA-DeviceDaavlin Distributing CompanyClass II1 Series CX phototherapy units equipped with Daavlin's ClearLink Control System software versions v3.03h and 3.04v. Models: [1 Ser CX 305-4 120-240V 50/60Hz, item # 06OS0004CX6], [1 Ser CX 311-4 120-240V 50/60Hz CE, item # 807OS0004CX5], [1 Ser CX 311-4 120-240V 50/60Hz, item # 807OS0004CX6], [1 Ser CX 350-4 120-240V 50/60Hz, item # 807OS0400CX6], [1 Ser CX UVA1-4 120-240V 50/60Hz, item # 807OS0400CX6A1]
Software issue, resuming an interrupted treatment will result in swap of utilized calibration treatment distance 0" inches to "9. Resulting in over or under dosing.
- 2022-05-18FDA-DeviceSynthes (USA) Products LLCClass IIRadial Head Replacement System Implant is a one-piece, stemmed radial head replacement. The radial head is available in diameters of 19, 22 and 25mm. The radial stems range from 5.5 to 8.5mm in diameter and from 21 24mm in length.
DePuy Synthes Radial Head Replacement System Contraindications added to Electronic Instructions for Use (e-IFU): Absolute contraindications include: Infection, sepsis, osteomyelitis.
- 2022-05-18FDA-DeviceMicrotek Medical Inc.Class IITMJ Arthroscopy Drape, 85''x 96''
Latex content in product was labeled incorrectly as latex free.
- 2022-05-18FDA-DeviceKarl Storz EndoscopyClass II11278VSA 11278VSAK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VSE 11278VSEK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VSU 11278VSUK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z18447US-BC (03/2018); 11278VSUA 11278VSUAK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VSUE 11278VSUEK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020)
Failure to achieve the expected six-log reduction in microorganisms following the disinfection process.
- 2022-05-18FDA-DeviceKarl Storz EndoscopyClass II11278VSA 11278VSAK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VSE 11278VSEK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VSU 11278VSUK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z18447US-BC (03/2018); 11278VSUA 11278VSUAK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VSUE 11278VSUEK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020)
Failure to achieve the expected six-log reduction in microorganisms following the disinfection process.
- 2022-05-18FDA-DeviceKarl Storz EndoscopyClass II11278V 11278VK CMOS Video Ureteroscope Z17744US-A (04/2016); 11278VA 11278VAK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020); 11278VU 11278VUK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z18447US-BC (03/2018); 11278VUA 11278VUAK Flexible Video-Uretero-Renoscope (FLEX-XC) Z23117US-BA (10/2020);
Failure to achieve the expected six-log reduction in microorganisms following the disinfection process.
- 2022-05-18FDA-DeviceKarl Storz EndoscopyClass II11278A2 11278AK2 Flexible Ureteroscope Z20615US-BA (08-2018); 11278AC1 N/A Flexible Ureteroscope Z17859US-A (04/2016); 11278AC2 11278ACK2 Flexible Ureteroscope Z20615US-BA (08-2018); 11278ACU1 11278ACUK1 Flexible Ureteroscope Z20615US-BA (08-2018); 11278AU1 11278AUK1 Flexible Ureteroscope Z20615US-BA (08-2018);
Failure to achieve the expected six-log reduction in microorganisms following the disinfection process.
- 2022-05-18FDA-DeviceKarl Storz EndoscopyClass II11274BCU1 11274BCUK1 Flexible Cystoscope Z18449US-BD (08-2018)
Failure to achieve the expected six-log reduction in microorganisms following the disinfection process.
- 2022-05-18FDA-DeviceKarl Storz EndoscopyClass II11272VUE 11272VUEK Flexible Video Cysto-Urethroscope 96136031USCA V1.1 (04/2021); 11272VUE-R 11272VUEK-R Flexible Video Cysto-Urethroscope 96136031USCA V1.1 (04/2021)
Failure to achieve the expected six-log reduction in microorganisms following the disinfection process.
- 2022-05-18FDA-DeviceKarl Storz EndoscopyClass II11272VN 11272VNK Flexible Video Urethro Cystoscope Z18442US-BD (08/2018); 11272VNU 11272VNUK Flexible Video Urethro Cystoscope Z18442US-BD (08/2018)
Failure to achieve the expected six-log reduction in microorganisms following the disinfection process.
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