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.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceSmith & Nephew Orthopaedics AGClass IIPOLARSTEM COLLAR Reamer Guide, Catalog Number: 75102205, UPC Codes: 00885556535493 - Product Usage: Once the appropriate trial rasp size is in place, the adapter is removed and the calcar reamer guide (75102205) is positioned on the rasp. The calcar reamer (75102207 or 75102208) is placed over the reamer guide and the femoral neck is machined until the reamer reach the physical stop-fully seated on the inner reamer guide.
Multiple lots being recalled due to a product design issue
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceCareFusion 303, Inc.Class IIAlaris SpO2 Module Model 8210 and Model 8220 - Product Usage: is intended to provide trained healthcare caregivers a way to automate the programming of infusion parameters, thereby decreasing the amount of manual steps necessary to enter infusion data.
LED display, which provides infusion or patient monitoring values, on the module may have segments that appear dim.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceCareFusion 303, Inc.Class IIAlaris EtCO2 Module Model 8300 - Product Usage: is intended to provide trained healthcare caregivers a way to automate the programming of infusion parameters, thereby decreasing the amount of manual steps necessary to enter infusion data.
LED display, which provides infusion or patient monitoring values, on the module may have segments that appear dim.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceCareFusion 303, Inc.Class IIAlaris PCA Module Model 8120 - Product Usage: is intended to provide trained healthcare caregivers a way to automate the programming of infusion parameters, thereby decreasing the amount of manual steps necessary to enter infusion data.
LED display, which provides infusion or patient monitoring values, on the module may have segments that appear dim.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceCareFusion 303, Inc.Class IIAlaris Syringe Module Model 8110 - Product Usage: is intended to provide trained healthcare caregivers a way to automate the programming of infusion parameters, thereby decreasing the amount of manual steps necessary to enter infusion data.
LED display, which provides infusion or patient monitoring values, on the module may have segments that appear dim.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceCareFusion 303, Inc.Class IIAlaris Pump Module Model 8100 - Product Usage: is intended to provide trained healthcare caregivers a way to automate the programming of infusion parameters, thereby decreasing the amount of manual steps necessary to enter infusion data.
LED display, which provides infusion or patient monitoring values, on the module may have segments that appear dim.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceARJOHUNTLEIGH POLSKA Sp. z.o.o.Class IIBariatric Bed Frame System The Citadel Plus Bariatric Bed Frame System is intended for the acute and post-acute care environments. It is not intended for use in the home care environment.
Modular Junction Box (MJB) cables can melt and affect the bed functionality.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceShanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd.Class IIPositron Emission Tomography and Computed Tomography System, Model: uMI 550, Material Number: 88000057 - Product Usage: This system is intended to be operated by qualified healthcare professionals to assist in the detection, localization, diagnosis, staging, restaging, treatment planning and treatment response evaluation for diseases and disorders in, but not limit to, oncology, cardiology and neurology.
In affected software version, of Positron emission tomography and computed tomography system, the CT Hounsfield unit curve may not display in real time when using the bolus tracking protocol with the tracker scan function. If this occurs, the subsequent clinical scanning protocols will need to be started manually, which may effect image enhancement, and may result in patient rescan.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceSmith & Nephew, Inc.Class IISingle RIKKI Retractor, Catalog #71934609 - Product Usage: is used during surgery to hold soft tissue away from the surgical site.
The products were improperly heat treated.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceGolden Technologies, Inc.Class IIGolden Technologies Model Number PR515 Lift Chair - Product Usage: is to provide lift assistance for persons who have difficulty rising from a seated position to a standing position.
Suspect poor weld on back KD bar.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceSynthes (USA) Products LLCClass IIDePuy Synthes Trauma LCP One-Third Tubular Plate with Collar 8 Holes / 93mm - Product Usage: intended for fixation of fractures, osteotomies and non-unions of clavicle, scapula, olecranon, humerus, radius, ulna, pelvis, distal tibia and fibula, particularly in osteopenic bone. Part Number 241.381
May have one or more dimensional features out of tolerance includes: thread pitch diameter depth, thread minor diameter depth, plate thickness and end length out of tolerance that can potentially result in a reduced locking strength of an LCP screw
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceWhirlpool CorporationClass IIPAPR (Powered Air-Purifying Respirator) - Model# WLPAPR20W1
The rivets that secure the elastic headband to the face shield have the potential to be mis-assembled. When this condition occurs, it can result in a headband that can become loose from face shield allowing the face shield to shield on the user.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceOlympus Corporation of the AmericasClass IISmart Stapes Protheses Piston 0.6mm X 4.25 mm- Partial Ossicular Replacement Catalog Number: 70143662
Mislabeled outer carton: packaged with the outer carton label stating the contents were the 70143662 Smart Piston but the inside package contents was the 70142158 Stapes Piston; see image below
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceOlympus Corporation of the AmericasClass IISmart Stapes Protheses Piston 0.4mm X 5.25 mm- Partial Ossicular Replacement Catalog Number: 70142168
Mislabeled outer carton: packaged with the outer carton label stating the contents were the 70143662 Smart Piston but the inside package contents was the 70142158 Stapes Piston; see image below
- 2020-08-26FDA-DevicePhilips North America, LLCClass IIPhillips Module Charger, Product #: 989803191031 - Product Usage: This Module Charger is used in the Expression MR400 MRI Patient Monitoring System (Model MR400) is intended to monitor vital signs for patients undergoing MRI procedures and to provide signals for synchronization for the MRI scanner.
A problem has been detected with the Philips LI-Polymer rechargeable battery when used with its approved charging station and module charger. When the battery is inserted into a charger bay, the LED indicatory lights solid red and the battery will not charge. This may result from poor electrical contact between the battery and charger.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DevicePhilips North America, LLCClass IIPhillips Charging Station, Product #: 989803191021 - Product Usage: This charging station is used in the Expression MR400 MRI Patient Monitoring System (Model MR400) is intended to monitor vital signs for patients undergoing MRI procedures and to provide signals for synchronization for the MRI scanner.
A problem has been detected with the Philips LI-Polymer rechargeable battery when used with its approved charging station and module charger. When the battery is inserted into a charger bay, the LED indicatory lights solid red and the battery will not charge. This may result from poor electrical contact between the battery and charger.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DevicePhilips North America, LLCClass IIPhillips 3.7V Rechargeable Li-Polymer Battery, Product #: 989803191341 - Product Usage: This battery is used in the Expression MR400 MRI Patient Monitoring System (Model MR400) is intended to monitor vital signs for patients undergoing MRI procedures and to provide signals for synchronization for the MRI scanner.
A problem has been detected with the Philips LI-Polymer rechargeable battery when used with its approved charging station and module charger. When the battery is inserted into a charger bay, the LED indicatory lights solid red and the battery will not charge. This may result from poor electrical contact between the battery and charger.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceChembio Diagnostics, IncClass IIChembio DPP¿ Micro Reader II for use with the DPP¿ COVID-19 IgM/IgG System- Rapid immunochromatographic test for the qualitative detection and differentiation of Immunoglobulin M (IgM) and Immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in fingerstick whole blood, venous whole blood, serum, or plasma (lithium heparin or EDTA. Model Number: 70-1070-0
FDA revocation of the Emergency Use Authorization due to performance issues
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceChembio Diagnostics, IncClass IIChembio DPP¿ Micro Reader for use with the DPP¿ COVID-19 IgM/IgG System- Rapid immunochromatographic test for the qualitative detection and differentiation of Immunoglobulin M (IgM) and Immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in fingerstick whole blood, venous whole blood, serum, or plasma (lithium heparin or EDTA. Model Number: 70-1069-0
FDA revocation of the Emergency Use Authorization due to performance issues
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceChembio Diagnostics, IncClass IIChembio DPP COVID-19 IgM/IgG System- Rrapid immunochromatographic test for the qualitative detection and differentiation of Immunoglobulin M (IgM) and Immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 in fingerstick whole blood, venous whole blood, serum, or plasma (lithium heparin or EDTA. Model Number: 65-9569-0
FDA revocation of the Emergency Use Authorization due to performance issues
- 2020-08-26FDA-DeviceArgon Medical Devices, IncClass IIClosureFast Micro Introducer Sheath Set, REF MIS-7F11; 7Fr/Ch (2.3mm)x11 cm. STERILE|EO; Rx ONLY - Product Usage: Introducer Products are stand-alone components, standard kits, or convenience kits built to user specifications. These products facilitate access to a vein or artery, allowing various catheters to be passed through for local or central diagnostic or therapeutic interventions. Indicated for use in arterial and venous procedures requiring percutaneous introduction of intravascular devi
Sterile introducer sheath set manufactured under one lot with different expiration dates.
- 2020-08-26FDA-DevicePrecision Valve & Automation,IncClass IIPVA, PREVENT is an FDA-authorized emergency ventilator designed to treat patients suffering from COVID-19 respiratory failure. This motorized device automatically compresses a resuscitator bag to provide air to the lungs of a COVID-19 patient, eliminating the human error and fatigue that results from manual actuation. PREVENT is indicated for emergency resuscitation with appropriate patient monitoring on adult patients that require mechanical respiratory support.
While operating the machine in "Run" mode an unexcepted event may occur during the error-checking for stepper movements and pressure values. The result of this event is a false alarm being thrown and in rare cases results in an incomplete move which will affect the current inhale/exhale cycle.
- 2020-08-19FDA-DeviceArrow International IncClass IINextStep Retrograde Replacement Hub Set - Product Usage: is indicated for use in the replacement of a NextStep Retrograde hub connection assembly that has been damaged.
The lidstock states the incorrect expiration date for the product. This issue could result in use of a device that is expired which could potentially lead to an increased risk of infection or other complications. Sterility, biocompatibility, safety, or efficacy of the kits and their components are not assured beyond the correct expiration date.
- 2020-08-19FDA-DeviceArrow International IncClass IIArrow TheraCath Epidural Catheter - Product Usage: The Arrow Epidural Catheter permits access to the epidural space.
The lidstock states the incorrect expiration date for the product. This issue could result in use of a device that is expired which could potentially lead to an increased risk of infection or other complications. Sterility, biocompatibility, safety, or efficacy of the kits and their components are not assured beyond the correct expiration date.
- 2020-08-19FDA-DeviceArrow International IncClass IICannon II Plus Replacement Hub Set - Product Usage: is indicated for use in the replacement of a Cannon II Plus hub connection assembly that has been damaged.
The lidstock states the incorrect expiration date for the product. This issue could result in use of a device that is expired which could potentially lead to an increased risk of infection or other complications. Sterility, biocompatibility, safety, or efficacy of the kits and their components are not assured beyond the correct expiration date.
- 2020-08-19FDA-DeviceArrow International IncClass IIArrow Single Shot Epidural Anesthesia Kit - Product Usage: The Arrow Blunt Needle Single Shot Epidural Kit permits access to the epidural space.
The lidstock states the incorrect expiration date for the product. This issue could result in use of a device that is expired which could potentially lead to an increased risk of infection or other complications. Sterility, biocompatibility, safety, or efficacy of the kits and their components are not assured beyond the correct expiration date.
- 2020-08-19FDA-DeviceShanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd.Class IIuMI 550 PET/CT Diagnostic Imaging System - Product Usage: This system is intended to be operated by qualified healthcare professionals to assist in the detection, localization, diagnosis, staging, restaging, treatment planning and treatment response evaluation for diseases and disorders in, but not limit to, oncology, cardiology and neurology.
1) Service function problem may cause false marking of a bad channel resulting in ring artifacts; 2) Potential intermittent scout scanning interruption due to angle signal drift caused by external interference; 3) Metal edge overlap of mylar strip in gantry may create sharp edge. May lead to repeat scanning and abrasions (N/A for Serial No. 200036)
- 2020-08-19FDA-DeviceShanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd.Class IIuEXPLORER PET/CT Diagnostic Imaging System - Product Usage: This system is intended to be operated by qualified healthcare professionals to assist in the detection, localization, diagnosis, staging, restaging, treatment planning and treatment response evaluation for diseases and disorders in, but not limit to, oncology, cardiology and neurology.
1) 1) Potential intermittent issue may cause image data problems, may lead to artifacts; 2) Potential intermittent scout scanning interruption due to angle signal drift caused by external interference; 3) Metal edge overlap of mylar strip in gantry may create sharp edge. May lead to repeat scanning and abrasions.
- 2020-08-19FDA-DeviceIntrinsic Therapeutics, Inc.Class IIBarricaid Annual Closure Device (ACD) BAR-A8-8MM - Product Usage: The Barricaid¿ ACD is indicated for reducing the incidence of reherniation, and reoperation in skeletally mature patients with radiculopathy (with or without back pain) attributed to a posterior or posterolateral herniation, and confirmed by history, physical examination and imaging studies which demonstrate neural compression using MRI to treat a large annular defect (between 4-6 mm tall and between 6-10 mm wide) following a prim
The catalog ( REF ) number on the peelable inner labels (patient sticker) that is on the inner container (box) is incorrect. It states BAR-A8-10MM instead of BAR-A8-8MM.
- 2020-08-19FDA-DeviceWright Medical Technology, Inc.Class IIScrew Removal Case Assembly, Part Number 1985BASE - Product Usage: The Wright Medical hardware removal kit is designed to facilitate removal of both plates and screws used in foot and ankle procedures. Along with a complete range of drivers, the kit also features driver handles and a range of k-wires to assist in removal of cannulated screws. This product is a multiple use, non-sterile instrument.
Hardware removal kit does not include drivers to remove Dart-Fire 2.5 and 3.0mm Headless screws.
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