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.
- 2020-07-22FDA-DeviceCME America, LLCClass IBodyGuard Microset, REF: A100-163XES
Infusion administration sets may have a delivery inaccuracy over plus/minus 13%, ranging from minus 42.8% to plus 17.5%. Use of the infusion pump system could cause over-infusion or under-infusion of therapy
- 2020-07-22FDA-DeviceCME America, LLCClass IBodyGuard Microset, REF: A100-163XESV
Infusion administration sets may have a delivery inaccuracy over plus/minus 13%, ranging from minus 42.8% to plus 17.5%. Use of the infusion pump system could cause over-infusion or under-infusion of therapy
- 2020-07-22FDA-DeviceCME America, LLCClass IBodyGuard Microset, REF: A120-160XPS
Infusion administration sets may have a delivery inaccuracy over plus/minus 13%, ranging from minus 42.8% to plus 17.5%. Use of the infusion pump system could cause over-infusion or under-infusion of therapy
- 2020-07-22FDA-DeviceCME America, LLCClass IBodyGuard BodySet, REF: A120-160SAS
Infusion administration sets may have a delivery inaccuracy over plus/minus 13%, ranging from minus 42.8% to plus 17.5%. Use of the infusion pump system could cause over-infusion or under-infusion of therapy
- 2020-07-22FDA-DeviceBausch & Lomb Surgical, Inc.Class IIenVista one-piece hydrophobic acrylic toric intraocular lens, Bausch and Lomb - Product Usage: is indicated for primary implantation in the capsular bag of the eye in adult patients for visual correction of aphakia and corneal astigmatism following removal of a cataractous lens for improved uncorrected distance vision.
The toric axis marks were misaligned (from the expected position in relation to the haptics) on an implanted lens.
- 2020-07-22FDA-DeviceRoche Molecular Systems, Inc.Class IIMagNA Pure 96 Instrument, clinical sample concentrator, Material number 06541089001 - Product Usage: This protocol is intended for pipetting samples into a MagNA Pure 96 Processing Cartridge (purification rack position 1) before a purification run.
When using Sample Transfer protocol version 3.0, the drop catcher is not activated on the MagNA Pure 96 instrument, which introduces a potential risk for cross-contamination leading to erroneous results.
- 2020-07-22FDA-DeviceAccess Scientific LLCClass IIIPOWERWAND XL 4Fr 8cm Maximum Barrier Kit (Introducer with an Extended Dwell Catheter made of ChronoFlex C with BioGUARD Technology), Catalog No. 94108, Device UDI 00859821006773/Pacakge UDI 10859821006770 - Product Usage: Introducer with Extended Dwell Catheter is used to gain access to the vascular system to sample blood and administer fluids intravenously. It may also be used for power injection of contrast media up to a rate 8ml/sec, at a maximum of 325 psi fluid pressure.
Convenience kit mislabeled with the incorrect catheter effective length on the device label and the packaging label. Use may lead to a delay or interruption of treatment and user dissatisfaction or annoyance.
- 2020-07-22FDA-DeviceDiaSorin Molecular LLCClass IIMOL3655 Simplexa VZV Swab Direct - Product Usage: is intended for use on the LIAISON MDX instrument for the qualitative detection of varicella-zoster virus (VZV) DNA present in cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion swabs from patients with signs and symptoms of VZV infection.
Due to a software malfunction in the Multi Assay Suite, there is the probability of increased occurrence of false negative results.
- 2020-07-22FDA-DeviceDiaSorin Molecular LLCClass IIMOL3650 Simplexa VZV Direct - Product Usage: is intended for use on the LIAISON MDX instrument for the qualitative detection of varicella-zoster virus (VZV) DNA in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from patients with signs and symptoms of VZV infections of the central nervous system (CNS).
Due to a software malfunction in the Multi Assay Suite, there is the probability of increased occurrence of false negative results.
- 2020-07-22FDA-DeviceDiaSorin Molecular LLCClass IIMOL2150 Simplexa HSV 1&2 Direct -CSF -Genital Swab -Cutaneous / Mucocutaneous Swabs Product Usage: is intended for use on the LIAISON MDX instrument for the qualitative detection and differentiation of HSV-1 and HSV-2 present in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), or cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion swabs from patients with signs and symptoms of HSV-1 or HSV-2 infection of the central nervous system (CNS) or cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesions.
Due to a software malfunction in the Multi Assay Suite, there is the probability of increased occurrence of false negative results.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceCook Inc.Class IIZenith Alpha Abdominal Endovascular Graft, Catalog Prefix ZIMB - Product Usage: is indicated for the endovascular treatment of patients with abdominal aortic or aorto-iliac aneurysms having morphology suitable for endovascular repair.
Identified products may contain a damaged bushing within the delivery system, which could potentially result in difficulty or an inability to fully deploy the graft via the standard method provided in the IFU.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceCenturion Medical Products CorporationClass IICenturion DIFFICULT IV KIT containing BD's Vacutainer Plastic Lithium Heparin Tubes (BD Vacutainer-BD Codes 367884 & 367960; Centurion code 45177 (VACUTAINER GREEN TOP) and 84815 (VACUTAINER 3ML LT. GREEN). Centurion Kit Code: IV8860
False elevation of carboxyhemoglobin (COHb) results in blood samples collected using BD Vacutainer¿ Plastic Lithium Heparin tubes with the IL GEM 4000 instrument.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceCardinal Health 200, LLCClass IICardinal Health NPWT Occlusion Detection Canister 300cc, Prescription Only - Product Usage: The systems are intended for use on patients with chronic, acute, traumatic, sub-acute and dehisced wounds, partial-thickness burns, ulcers (such as diabetic or pressure), flaps and grafts. The Cardinal Health NPWT PRO family of systems provides care in the acute, extended and home care settings.
Canisters potentially contain an oversized O-ring that cannot be installed into the mating connector on the device.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceCardinal Health 200, LLCClass IICardinal Health NPWT Canister with Gel 300cc, Prescription Only - Product Usage: The systems are intended for use on patients with chronic, acute, traumatic, sub-acute and dehisced wounds, partial-thickness burns, ulcers (such as diabetic or pressure), flaps and grafts. The Cardinal Health NPWT PRO family of systems provides care in the acute, extended and home care settings.
Canisters potentially contain an oversized O-ring that cannot be installed into the mating connector on the device.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceKCI USA, INC.Class IIACTIV.A.C Therapy System; Model Numbers; US: 340000 ACTIV.A.C., NORTH AMERICAN UDI (01)00878237008188 - Product Usage: is an integrated wound management system for use in the acute, extended, and home care settings. When used on open wounds, it is intended to create an environment that promotes wound healing by secondary or tertiary (delayed primary) intention by preparing the wound bed for closure, reducing edema, promoting granulation tissue formation and perfusion, and by removing exudate a
The device may power off without notification to the user resulting in a stoppage of negative pressure wound therapy.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceAbbottClass IITactiCath Quartz Contact Force Ablation Catheter, Model Numbers: PN-004 065 (GTIN 07640157990033) and PN-004 075 (GTIN 07640157990040) - Product Usage: is a multi-electrode irrigated catheter with a deflectable tip designed to allow electrophysiological mapping of the heart and, when connected to an RF generator, to deliver radiofrequency current to the catheter tip electrode for the purpose of ablation.
High rate of reported complaints for the loss of contact force information while using the TactiCath Quartz Contact Force Ablation Catheter
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceFHC, Inc.Class IIFHC Guideline 4000 5.0 GL5 Main Processing Unit - Product Usage: intended to record and stimulate electrophysiological activity, as well as aid in the accurate placement of electrodes and other instruments. Catalogue Number: C0215 UDI: 00873263006740
An electrical sub-circuit was not properly connected. Its purpose is to eliminate the possibility of interference with proper performance of the Guideline 5 Main Processing Unit, if an ESD event (greater than 6kV) were to occur.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceOrthoPediatrics CorpClass IIOrthoPediatrics ACL Reconstruction System ShieldLoc 7mm implant component model number 10-1008-4070 - Product Usage: is intended for fixation of tendons and ligaments during orthopedic reconstruction procedures such as Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction.
ShieldLoc implant component of the ACL Reconstruction Systemlots may be labeled with the incorrect size. Product labeled as 10-1008-4070 was found to have 10-1008-4060 product in the package. Product labeled as 10-1008-4060 was found to have 10-1008-4070 product in the package.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceOrthoPediatrics CorpClass IIOrthoPediatrics ACL Reconstruction System ShieldLoc 6mm implant component model number 10-1008-4060 - Product Usage: is intended for fixation of tendons and ligaments during orthopedic reconstruction procedures such as Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction.
ShieldLoc implant component of the ACL Reconstruction Systemlots may be labeled with the incorrect size. Product labeled as 10-1008-4070 was found to have 10-1008-4060 product in the package. Product labeled as 10-1008-4060 was found to have 10-1008-4070 product in the package.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceVitalconnect Inc.Class IIVistaSolution, physiological signal transmitter. A software graphical user interface for use by healthcare professionals to display physiological data collected by the wireless remote monitoring system in healthcare settings. This is a secondary, adjunct patient monitor and is not intended to replace existing standard-of-care patient monitoring.
A healthcare provider (HCP) noticed a patient had a lowered historic SpO2 reading that the software should have triggered a notification to the care team, but no notification was found. A software defect was encountered causing the lack of notification. The defect could result in exposing a patient to potential hypoxia for a short window of time. The firm is correcting the software to bring the performance back into compliance with specifications.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceCapso Vision, Inc.Class IIThe CapsoCam Plus (SV-3); Device Common Name: System, Imaging, Gastrointestinal, Wireless, Capsule; Catalog Number 2795 - Product Usage: intended for visualization of the small bowel mucosa in adults. It may be used as a tool in the detection of abnormalities of the small bowel.
Ingestible video capsule system has capsule with incorrect capture mode which will not record data when the capsule is ingested by patients. If used, there is a risk of delay of diagnosis and the patient may need to repeat the exam.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceLABORIE MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIES, CANADA ULCClass IIPump Tube Set for MMS Libra and Solar Systems - Product Usage: Intended for use during water perfusion urodynamic procedures to study the function of the bladder and urethra during filling and voiding, by monitoring pressure and pressure changes.
This field correction is being initiated to address potentially damaged seals in the packaging of some the Laborie Pump Tube Sets. Finished goods inventory was detected with damage to their seals in the form of breaches or folds. Based on our investigation the issue appears to be limited to a single lot of part number 902101226 pump tubing sets.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceDufner Instrumente GmbHClass IIDUFNER Instrumente GmbH-De Bakey Slim Needleholder- intended to hold a suturing needle for closing wounds during suturing and surgical procedures Reference Number: 18044-23
Tungsten carbide plate, which is intended to hold the sewing needle securely, can break when holding the sewing needle under pressure and result in in patient tissue injury
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceTELEFLEX MEDICAL INCClass IIRUSCH LASERTUBE (Rubber), RES 102004, Sizes: a) I.D. mm 4,0, Product Code 102004-000040 b) I.D. mm 5,0, Product Code 102004-000050 c) I.D. mm 6,0, Product Code 102004-000060 d) I.D. mm 7,0, Product Code 102004-000070 e) I.D. mm 8,0, Product Code 102004-000080 Product Usage: Tracheal intubation during laser surgery in the laryngeal area. The tube is resistant to the following kinds of laser: A R+ laser / ND/YAG laser / CO2 lasers (continuous-wave or pulsed) with a wave length ranging from 0
Teleflex is initiating a voluntary recall for the above-mentioned products due to reports indicating that the laser guard foil partially separated and/or slightly detached at the edges in the presence of moisture.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceBound Tree MedicalClass IICuraplex Ambu King LTS-D Supraglottic Airway Kit with ET Tube Part Number: KLTSD404K Curaplex Ambu¿ King LTS-D" Supraglottic Airway Kit with ET Tube (hereafter the Kit which contains all of the components necessary to successfully obtain an open patient airway with an Ambu¿ King LTS-D" Supraglottic Airway.
Kit contained an incorrect catheter-tip syringe not compatible with the luer lock connector of the included airway. As a result, may be unable to inflate the balloons of the supraglottic airway to create a secure seal in the patient s airway as intended by the kit
- 2020-07-15FDA-DevicePhilips North America, LLCClass IIPhilips M3015A Microstream CO2 Extension Model No. 862393 -used with an lntelliVue X3 Patient Monitor (Model No. 867030) or a lntelliVue MMX Multi-Measurement Module (Model No. 867036)
Affected M3015A extensions are incompatible with the lntelliVue X3 Patient Monitor (Model No. 867030) and lntelliVue MMX multi-measurement server (Model No. 867036).If they are connected to a host monitor, communication with the X3 or MMX could be disrupted, resulting in a loss of monitoring on the host monitor.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceTeDan Surgical Innovations LLCClass IIPHANTOM CS QUICK START DISTRACTION SCREW, 16 MM, STERILE, 5/BOX - Product Usage: intended to be used for distraction in the anterior approach to the cervical spine.
Lack of pouch seal. Product is labelled as sterile.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceTeDan Surgical Innovations LLCClass IIPHANTOM CS QUICK START DISTRACTION SCREW, 14 MM, STERILE, 5/BOX - Product Usage: intended to be used for distraction in the anterior approach to the cervical spine.
Lack of pouch seal. Product is labelled as sterile.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceTeDan Surgical Innovations LLCClass IIPHANTOM CS QUICK START DISTRACTION SCREW, 12 MM, STERILE, 5/BOX - Product Usage: intended to be used for distraction in the anterior approach to the cervical spine.
Lack of pouch seal. Product is labelled as sterile.
- 2020-07-15FDA-DeviceTeDan Surgical Innovations LLCClass IIPHANTOM CS DISTRACTION SCREW, 14 MM, STERILE, 5/BOX - Product Usage: intended to be used for distraction in the anterior approach to the cervical spine.
Lack of pouch seal. Product is labelled as sterile.
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