Medical device recalls
39180 federal recalls on file. Federal recalls for medical devices — surgical equipment, monitors, diagnostic tools, implants, home health devices. Sourced from the FDA.
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceCovidien LlcClass IICovidien TA Auto Suture Vascular Loading Unit with DST Series Technology 30 mm- V3. Intended for abdominal, gynecological, pediatric and thoracic surgical procedures for resection or transection of tissue. Item Number: TA30V3L
May contain a damaged internal component which could impede staple deployment and result in incomplete staple formation and a non-functional staple line preventing adequate hemostasis, or leading to anastomotic leak, pneumothorax, tissue damage or other delayed secondary complications including infection, peritonitis, and sepsis
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceCovidien LlcClass IICovidien TA Auto Suture Vascular Stapler with DST Series Technology 30mm-V 3. Intended for abdominal, gynecological, pediatric and thoracic surgical procedures for resection or transection of tissue. Item Number: TA30V3S
May contain a damaged internal component which could impede staple deployment and result in incomplete staple formation and a non-functional staple line preventing adequate hemostasis, or leading to anastomotic leak, pneumothorax, tissue damage or other delayed secondary complications including infection, peritonitis, and sepsis
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceWestmed, Inc.Class IIREF 0562, Adult Elongated O2/CO2 Mask, 10'X0.50 GSL w/ Swivel Elbow, 2" Pigtail w/Female Luer Connectors, 7' Oxygen Supply Tubing, Rx Only, CE0482, (01)00709078001697 - Product Usage: intended to connect with an oxygen source to deliver oxygen therapy to the patient.
There is a potential that the fitment between the oxygen delivery tube and the mask adapter may become loose. This could result in the device tubing not making a secure connection to the mask adapter resulting in a possible delay in treatment.
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceWestmed, Inc.Class IIREF 0562K (Adult Elongated O2/CO2 Mask - Product Usage: intended to connect with an oxygen source to deliver oxygen therapy to the patient.
There is a potential that the fitment between the oxygen delivery tube and the mask adapter may become loose. This could result in the device tubing not making a secure connection to the mask adapter resulting in a possible delay in treatment.
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceWestmed, Inc.Class IIREF 0562F, Adult CO2/O2 Mask, 10'X0.50 GSL w/ Swivel Elbow, 2" Pigtail w/Female Luer Connectors, 7' Oxygen Supply Tubing, 0.8 Micron Filter, Rx Only, CE0482, (01)00709078005664 - Product Usage: intended to connect with an oxygen source to deliver oxygen therapy to the patient.
There is a potential that the fitment between the oxygen delivery tube and the mask adapter may become loose. This could result in the device tubing not making a secure connection to the mask adapter resulting in a possible delay in treatment.
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceWestmed, Inc.Class IIREF 0930 Adult Elongated CO2/O2 Mask, 7' Tubing w/ Threaded Nut, Sivel GSE, 10' GSL X .038" ID X .107" OD, Reflective Luer Connectors, Rx Only, CE0482, (01)00709078005718 - Product Usage: intended to connect with an oxygen source to deliver oxygen therapy to the patient.
There is a potential that the fitment between the oxygen delivery tube and the mask adapter may become loose. This could result in the device tubing not making a secure connection to the mask adapter resulting in a possible delay in treatment.
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceWestmed, Inc.Class IIWestmed DISPOSABLE RESPIRATORY PRODUCTS NON-REBREATHER MASK, REF 3228-e, RX Only, CE0482, (01)10709078008020 - Product Usage: intended to connect with an oxygen source to deliver oxygen therapy to the patient.
There is a potential that the fitment between the oxygen delivery tube and the mask adapter may become loose. This could result in the device tubing not making a secure connection to the mask adapter resulting in a possible delay in treatment.
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceWestmed, Inc.Class IIREF 3102-E, Elongated Oxygen Mask, Adult Oxygen Elongated Mask with 8' Tubing, Rx Only, CE0482, (01)00709078003172 - Product Usage: intended to connect with an oxygen source to deliver oxygen therapy to the patient.
There is a potential that the fitment between the oxygen delivery tube and the mask adapter may become loose. This could result in the device tubing not making a secure connection to the mask adapter resulting in a possible delay in treatment.
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceMedtronic NeurosurgeryClass IIMedtronic Ares Antibiotic-Impregnated Catheter, REF: 95001, Sterile, Rx Only. Used in the treatment of hydrocephalus as a component of a shunt system when draining or shunting of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is indicated.
There is a potential for a defect on the seal of the outer pouch of catheters. The defect may compromise the sterility of the pouch contents, which may increase the risk of post-operative infection, requiring further medical intervention.
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceMedtronic NeurosurgeryClass IIMedtronic Ares Antibiotic-Impregnated Catheter, REF: 93092, Sterile, Rx Only. Used in the treatment of hydrocephalus as a component of a shunt system when draining or shunting of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is indicated.
There is a potential for a defect on the seal of the outer pouch of catheters. The defect may compromise the sterility of the pouch contents, which may increase the risk of post-operative infection, requiring further medical intervention.
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceMedtronic NeurosurgeryClass IIMedtronic Ares Antibiotic-Impregnated Catheter, REF: 91101, Sterile, Rx Only. Used in the treatment of hydrocephalus as a component of a shunt system when draining or shunting of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is indicated.
There is a potential for a defect on the seal of the outer pouch of catheters. The defect may compromise the sterility of the pouch contents, which may increase the risk of post-operative infection, requiring further medical intervention.
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceROi CPS LLCClass IICustom procedure packs, containing banded 4x4 Raytec 16ply gauze sponges. 1) Regard, PACEMAKER, Item 800221010, Lot # 82466. 2) Regard, BASIC, Item 800109003 Lot # 83411. 3) Regard, MAJOR EAR, Item 800070009, Lot # 82442. 4) Regard, NEURO, Item 800040011, Lot # 82504. 5) Regard, LAP CHOLE, Item 800003011, Lot # 82497. 6) Regard, SHOULDER ARTHRO, Item 800075010, Lot # 82490. 7) Regard, CERVICAL, Item 800058007, Lot # 82592. 8) Regard, ARTHROSCOPY, Item 800027008, Lot # 82582. 9)
Gauze sponges contained in custom kits may be flaking or fraying.
- 2021-01-06FDA-DeviceSmiths Medical ASD Inc.Class IIPORTEX Bivona Cuffless Neonatal/Pediatric FlexTend Tracheostomy Tube, REF 60PFSS45
A specific model and lot number of Bivona Cuffless FlexTend Tracheostomy Tube may have been incorrectly packaged with a V-neck flange instead of a straight flange.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceIntegra LifeSciences Corp.Class IIBactiseal Endoscopic Ventricular Catheter: EVC- Catheter is designed for use in the treatment of hydrocephalus when shunting cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the ventricles of the brain. Part Number: 823087
Mislabeled product-Bactiseal Ventricular Catheter with Bactiseal Shunt System(823073) mislabeled as Bactiseal Endoscopic Ventricular Catheter (823087) and vs. versa
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceIntegra LifeSciences Corp.Class IIBactiseal Ventricular Catheter with Bactiseal Shunt System - Product Usage: use in the treatment of hydrocephalus as a component of a shunt system when draining or shunting cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) Part Number: 823073
Mislabeled product-Bactiseal Ventricular Catheter with Bactiseal Shunt System(823073) mislabeled as Bactiseal Endoscopic Ventricular Catheter (823087) and vs. versa
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceBiomet, Inc.Class IIVanguard 360 Revision System Posterior Augment With Bolt - Product Usage: intended for use in knee arthroplasty Item Number: 185422
Incorrect bolt -tibial bolts in package instead of femoral bolts may delay procedure
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceSiemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.Class IIAtellica Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) Reagent - Product Usage: For in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of gamma-glutamyl transferase in human serum and plasma. Siemens Material Number (SMN): 11097597
Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) Reagent Low End Repeatability-Imprecision. Reagent may demonstrate a coefficient of variation (%CV) outside of the performance data for repeatability (within-run) listed in the Instructions For Use (IFU) on some analyzers.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceSiemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc.Class IIADVIA Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) Reagent - Product Usage: For in vitro diagnostic use in the quantitative determination of gamma-glutamyl transferase in human serum and plasma. Siemens Material Number (SMN): ADVIA Chemistry: 10309495 (20 mL) 10316298 (70 mL)
Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) Reagent Low End Repeatability-Imprecision. Reagent may demonstrate a coefficient of variation (%CV) outside of the performance data for repeatability (within-run) listed in the Instructions For Use (IFU) on some analyzers.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceBeckman Coulter Inc.Class IIMicroScan Pos MIC Panel Type 34 - Product Usage: For the determination of antimicrobial agent susceptibility and/or identification to the species level of rapidly growing aerobic and facultative gram-positive cocci, some fastidious aerobic cocci and listeria monocytogenes.
Due to a customer report and internal investigation, it was confirmed that a portion of the affected product lot failed quality control (QC) for ATCC E. Faecalis 29212 versus daptomycin and it is a possibility to obtain false elevated MIC for clinical isolates with daptomycin even when quality control results are within specification.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceB Braun Medical, Inc.Class IIAPEX Compounding System Control Panel Module, REF: 601238, Product Code AX1000 - Product Usage: intended for intravascular administration to a patient.
There is the potential for the compounding system to not immediately interrupt compounding and alert user to the presence of an air bubble exceeding 3% of the ordered volume for an ingredient. This could result in a a compounded drug that does not meet the specified accuracy range for an individual ingredient.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceB Braun Medical, Inc.Class IIAPEX Compounding System Control Panel Module, REF: 601237, Product Code AX1000 - Product Usage: intended for intravascular administration to a patient.
There is the potential for the compounding system to not immediately interrupt compounding and alert user to the presence of an air bubble exceeding 3% of the ordered volume for an ingredient. This could result in a a compounded drug that does not meet the specified accuracy range for an individual ingredient.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceB Braun Medical, Inc.Class IIAPEX Compounding System Control Panel Module, REF: 601224, Product Code AX1000 - Product Usage: intended for intravascular administration to a patient.
There is the potential for the compounding system to not immediately interrupt compounding and alert user to the presence of an air bubble exceeding 3% of the ordered volume for an ingredient. This could result in a a compounded drug that does not meet the specified accuracy range for an individual ingredient.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DevicePrytime Medical Devices, Inc.Class IIPryTime Medical - ER-Reboa Plus Catheter, Ref: ER7232PLUS, Guidewire Free, Compatabel with 7Fr introducer Sheaths, Arterial Line, Rx Only, UDI: (01) 0 0850001 10505 7 - Product Usage: intended for temporary occlusion of large vessels and blood pressure monitoring including patients requiring emergency control of hemorrhage.
There is a potential that catheters may have incorrectly marked balloon and arterial lines. This could result in a procedure delay or injury to the patient.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceBaxter Healthcare CorporationClass IIBaxter Spectrum IQ Infusion System with Dose IQ Safety Software - Product Usage: intended to be used for the controlled administration of fluids.
There is a potential software error during programming.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceBaxter Healthcare CorporationClass IIBaxter SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump with Master Drug Library (Version 8) - Product Usage: intended to be used for the controlled administration of fluids.
There is a potential software error during programming.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceBaxter Healthcare CorporationClass IIBaxter SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump with Master Drug Library (Version 6) - Product Usage: intended to be used for the controlled administration of fluids.
There is a potential software error during programming.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceBaxter Healthcare CorporationClass IIBaxter SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump with Master Drug Library (Version 6) - Product Usage: intended to be used for the controlled administration of fluids.
There is a potential software error during programming.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceICU Medical, Inc.Class II26 IN(66 cm) APPX 3.4ml, 10 DROP BLOOD SET, 170 MICRON FILTER, Spiros, REF: Z2795
Potential for spinning versions of male luers to exhibit leaks due to a molding defect. Fluid leakage may potentially cause delay of infusion, contamination of the fluid path, exposure to hazardous medications, blood loss, exposure to patient blood, or fluid path air-in-line.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceICU Medical, Inc.Class IIAppx 1.7 ml Bag Spike w/Integrated Clave, 2 Drop-In Spiros, REF: CH3260
Potential for spinning versions of male luers to exhibit leaks due to a molding defect. Fluid leakage may potentially cause delay of infusion, contamination of the fluid path, exposure to hazardous medications, blood loss, exposure to patient blood, or fluid path air-in-line.
- 2020-12-30FDA-DeviceICU Medical, Inc.Class IISpinning Spiros Closed Male Luer, Red Cap, REF: IB-CH2000SC; 5" (13 cm) Appx 1.5 ml, Add-On Set w/Spiros, REF: IB-CH3034; 5" (13 cm) Appx 1.5 ml, Bag Spike Adapter w/Spiros, Vented Cap, REF: IB-CH3034C
Potential for spinning versions of male luers to exhibit leaks due to a molding defect. Fluid leakage may potentially cause delay of infusion, contamination of the fluid path, exposure to hazardous medications, blood loss, exposure to patient blood, or fluid path air-in-line.
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