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.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceFlowonix Medical IncClass IIPrometra II Programmable 20mL Pump. Catalog No. 93827 The device is an implantable infusion pump. GTIN-14 00810335020YYY (YYY= in-country language specific)
A pump alarm function anomaly in the pump firmware code may result in the pump not sending the expected error code notifications to the Programmer, or not emit an audible alarm tone in certain "out of tolerance" conditions associated with the pump's valve system.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceFlowonix Medical IncClass IIPrometra Programmable 20mL Pump. Catalog No. 91827 The device is an implantable infusion pump. GTIN-14 00810335020XXX (XXX = in-country language specific)
A pump alarm function anomaly in the pump firmware code may result in the pump not sending the expected error code notifications to the Programmer, or not emit an audible alarm tone in certain "out of tolerance" conditions associated with the pump's valve system.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceFlowonix Medical IncClass IIUS Clinical 20mL Programmable Pump. Catalog No. 01827 The device is an implantable infusion pump. GTIN-14 00810335020082
A pump alarm function anomaly in the pump firmware code may result in the pump not sending the expected error code notifications to the Programmer, or not emit an audible alarm tone in certain "out of tolerance" conditions associated with the pump's valve system.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceFlowonix Medical IncClass IIPrometra II 40mL Pump. Catalog No. 16827 The device is an implantable infusion pump. GTIN-14 00810335020242
A pump alarm function anomaly in the pump firmware code may result in the pump not sending the expected error code notifications to the Programmer, or not emit an audible alarm tone in certain "out of tolerance" conditions associated with the pump's valve system.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceFlowonix Medical IncClass IIPrometra II 20mL Pump. Catalog No. 13827 The device is an implantable infusion pump. GTIN-14 00810335020228
A pump alarm function anomaly in the pump firmware code may result in the pump not sending the expected error code notifications to the Programmer, or not emit an audible alarm tone in certain "out of tolerance" conditions associated with the pump's valve system.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceFlowonix Medical IncClass IIPrometra Programmable 20mL Pump. Catalog No. 11827 The device is an implantable infusion pump. GTIN-14 00810335020082
A pump alarm function anomaly in the pump firmware code may result in the pump not sending the expected error code notifications to the Programmer, or not emit an audible alarm tone in certain "out of tolerance" conditions associated with the pump's valve system.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceLivaNova USA Inc.Class IIILivaNova Sorin Connect DPIII KOMPL. S5 REF 96-415-130, 2017-08-15, IPX1, RXOnly, (01)04033817901594 Product Usage: The S5 System is used to perform, control and monitor extracorporeal blood circulation during an operation for up to six hours.
Incorrect labeling; it was identified that some Datapad devices contained incorrect labels. Specifically the manufacturing date in the production identifier was incorrect and the manufacturing date on the unique device identifier label was labeled in the format of yy-mm-dd instead of yyyy-mm-dd.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceLivaNova USA IncClass IIVNS Therapy SENTIVA Generator Model # 1000 Labeling 26-0009-6800 Model 1000 Generator Sample Labels 26-0009-9600 Patient s Manual for Depression 26-0009-9500 Patient s Manual for Epilepsy 76-0000-5000 VNS Therapy System Physician s Manual (refer to Attachment 1)
Firm identified a subset of its generators that were sterilized one additional sterilization cycle, which does not meet the firm's quality specifications.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceTELEFLEX MEDICAL INCClass IIRusch Greenlite Single-Use Metal Laryngoscope Blade for Fiber Optic System
The products are being recalled due to reports of breakage broke at the point of a welded joint either prior to use during setup or during use inside the patient's mouth.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceTELEFLEX MEDICAL INCClass IIRusch Greenlite Single-Use Metal Laryngoscope Blade for Fiber Optic System
The products are being recalled due to reports of breakage broke at the point of a welded joint either prior to use during setup or during use inside the patient's mouth.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceTELEFLEX MEDICAL INCClass IHUDSON RCI COMFORT FLO Humidification System With Remote Temperature Port, REF 2414, humidifier nebulizer kit
There is the potential for water to flood the column and enter the circuit under circumstances where an abnormal pressure differential is created between the water bottle and the column during high flow oxygen therapy.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceTELEFLEX MEDICAL INCClass IHUDSON RCI COMFORT FLO Humidification System, REF 2410, humidifier nebulizer kit
There is the potential for water to flood the column and enter the circuit under circumstances where an abnormal pressure differential is created between the water bottle and the column during high flow oxygen therapy.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceTELEFLEX MEDICAL INCClass IHUDSON RCI COMFORT FLO Corrugated Humidification System with Remote Temperature Port, REF 2416, humidifier nebulizer kit
There is the potential for water to flood the column and enter the circuit under circumstances where an abnormal pressure differential is created between the water bottle and the column during high flow oxygen therapy.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceTELEFLEX MEDICAL INCClass IHUDSON RCI COMFORT FLO Corrugated Humidification System, REF 2415, humidifier nebulizer kit
There is the potential for water to flood the column and enter the circuit under circumstances where an abnormal pressure differential is created between the water bottle and the column during high flow oxygen therapy.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceTerumo Cardiovascular Systems CorporationClass IITerumo Advanced Perfusion Assembly Pump Guts, 4 Inch, Catalog Number 801805 - Product Usage: is indicated for use for up to 6 hours in the extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures, when used by a qualified medical proffessional who is experienced in the operation of this or similar equipment. The roller pump is used to move fluids through the cardiopulmonary bypass circuit and can be used for a number of applicatinos in
These roller pumps were assembled with pump shafts that may fail at the location of the thread where a locknut is installed. The failure is associated with a noise that is atypical of roller pump operation. The noise is caused when an unsecured shaft end contacts the rotating pulley of the roller pump. Prolonged use of a roller pump in this condition could lead to an eventual pump stop, resulting in the inability to create pump flow due to pulley loosening and drive belt damage.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceTerumo Cardiovascular Systems CorporationClass IITerumo Advanced Perfusion Assembly Pump Guts, 6 Inch, Catalog Number 801798 - is indicated for use for up to 6 hours in the extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures, when used by a qualified medical proffessional who is experienced in the operation of this or similar equipment. The roller pump is used to move fluids through the cardiopulmonary bypass circuit and can be used for a number of applicatinos including arteria
These roller pumps were assembled with pump shafts that may fail at the location of the thread where a locknut is installed. The failure is associated with a noise that is atypical of roller pump operation. The noise is caused when an unsecured shaft end contacts the rotating pulley of the roller pump. Prolonged use of a roller pump in this condition could lead to an eventual pump stop, resulting in the inability to create pump flow due to pulley loosening and drive belt damage.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceTerumo Cardiovascular Systems CorporationClass IITerumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 Roller Pump, 6 Inch, Catalog Number 816571 - Product Usage: is indicated for use for up to 6 hours in the extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures, when used by a qualified medical proffessional who is experienced in the operation of this or similar equipment. The roller pump is used to move fluids through the cardiopulmonary bypass circuit and can be used for a number of applicatinos
These roller pumps were assembled with pump shafts that may fail at the location of the thread where a locknut is installed. The failure is associated with a noise that is atypical of roller pump operation. The noise is caused when an unsecured shaft end contacts the rotating pulley of the roller pump. Prolonged use of a roller pump in this condition could lead to an eventual pump stop, resulting in the inability to create pump flow due to pulley loosening and drive belt damage.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceTerumo Cardiovascular Systems CorporationClass IITerumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 Roller Pump, 4 Inch, Catalog Number 816570 - Product Usage: is indicated for use for up to 6 hours in the extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures, when used by a qualified medical proffessional who is experienced in the operation of this or similar equipment. The roller pump is used to move fluids through the cardiopulmonary bypass circuit and can be used for a number of applicatinos
These roller pumps were assembled with pump shafts that may fail at the location of the thread where a locknut is installed. The failure is associated with a noise that is atypical of roller pump operation. The noise is caused when an unsecured shaft end contacts the rotating pulley of the roller pump. Prolonged use of a roller pump in this condition could lead to an eventual pump stop, resulting in the inability to create pump flow due to pulley loosening and drive belt damage.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DevicebioMerieux, Inc.Class IIVIDAS Varicella Zoster IgG (VZG) antibody IVD, kit
Two batches of VIDAS Varicella-Zoster IgG (VZG ref 30217) may yield an invalid calibration which may delay the patient's sample result or a valid calibration may lead to a false positive patient result.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceCardiac Assist, IncClass IITandemLife ECLS Procedure Kit - V24/A17, Catalog Number 5740-2417 - Product Usage: The function of the 24Fr ProtekSolo Venous Cannula is to provide a conduit for blood to travel from the patient s venous system when connected to accessory extracorporeal equipment. The Venous Cannula is intended to cannulate vessels, perfuse vessels or organs and/or connect with accessory extracorporeal circulatory support equipment. The introducer is intended to facilitate proper insertion and placement of the
The kit contained a 29Fr ProtekDuo cannula instead of a 24Fr Protek Solo Venous cannula.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceDexcom IncClass IIBrand Name: Dexcom G6 CGM App for iOS Software Number: SW11677 Software Version: Version 1.4.0 up to corrected Version 1.4.4 GUDID Registered GTIN: 00386270000804
It was reported that the user's low alarm feature on the iOS application were not properly alerting users when the user has enabled the Alert Schedule feature more than 30 days after installing the iOS application.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceFridababy LLCClass IIfridababy SmileFrida the TOOTHHUGGER 18+ months Triple Angle Brush Cleans All Sides at Once
FridaBaby has been made aware through customer reports that the product is being used outside of the labeled directions. Specifically, repeated chewing or biting on the SmileFrida, the ToothHugger has caused deterioration in the outer layer of the brush and in very rare occasions, may cause the hard plastic brush head to break, exposing a small metal piece welded inside the brush head.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceMedtronic Inc.Class IMedtronic MiniMed 640G Insulin Infusion Pump, Ref#s/Model(s) - MMT-1511, MMT-1711, MMT-1512, MMT-1712, MMT-1751, and MMT-1752 *Not for US Distribution
There have been reported incidents of a loose reservoir that can no longer be locked into the pump. The reservoir can become loose due to a broken or missing retainer ring that prevents a proper lock. If the reservoir is not properly locked into the pump, it could lead to over or under delivery of insulin, which could then result in hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceMedtronic Inc.Class IMedtronic MiniMed 620G Insulin Infusion Pump, Ref #s/Model(s) - MMT-1510, MMT-1710, and MMT-1750 *Not Distributed within the US
There have been reported incidents of a loose reservoir that can no longer be locked into the pump. The reservoir can become loose due to a broken or missing retainer ring that prevents a proper lock. If the reservoir is not properly locked into the pump, it could lead to over or under delivery of insulin, which could then result in hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceMedtronic Inc.Class IMedtronic MiniMed 670G System with SmartGuard, Ref #s/Model Number(s) - MMT-1741, MMT-1742, MMT-1760, MMT-1761, MMT-1762, MMT-1580, MMT-1581, MMT-1582, MMT-1780, MMT-1781, and MMT-1782
There have been reported incidents of a loose reservoir that can no longer be locked into the pump. The reservoir can become loose due to a broken or missing retainer ring that prevents a proper lock. If the reservoir is not properly locked into the pump, it could lead to over or under delivery of insulin, which could then result in hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceMedtronic Inc.Class IMedtronic MiniMed 630G System with SmartGuard, Ref/Model # MMT-1515, MMT-1715, MMT-1714, MMT-1754, and MMT-1755 *US and Canada Version Only
There have been reported incidents of a loose reservoir that can no longer be locked into the pump. The reservoir can become loose due to a broken or missing retainer ring that prevents a proper lock. If the reservoir is not properly locked into the pump, it could lead to over or under delivery of insulin, which could then result in hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.
- 2020-02-19FDA-DeviceTytek Medical IncClass IPneumoDart, 14 ga x 3.25in., REF TM-317 A compact, sterile, device intended for the introduction into the body to facilitate the removal of air from the pleural cavity as a result of a tension pneumothorax condition.
A defect involving an occluded needle was discovered during a training exercise.
- 2020-02-12FDA-DeviceIntuitive Surgical, Inc.Class IIDa Vinci Xi/X EndoWrist Monopolar Curved scissors (MCS), model number 470179-19, UDI: (00) 886874112298
This recall is being initiated because lots of EndoWrist Monopolar Curved Scissor instruments are not recognized by the integrated electrosurgical unit, which prohibits the activation of monopolar energy from the surgeon console.
- 2020-02-12FDA-DeviceWright Medical Technology, Inc.Class IIWRIGHT EVOLVE Proline Head, Size: +2, OD: 22mm, REF 496H222
Two lots of EVOLVE Modular Radial Head could have the wrong size product in the package. Both the label and laser marking are incorrect on the affected product.
- 2020-02-12FDA-DeviceWright Medical Technology, Inc.Class IIWRIGHT EVOLVE Proline Head, Size: +2, OD: 20mm, REF 496H220
Two lots of EVOLVE Modular Radial Head could have the wrong size product in the package. Both the label and laser marking are incorrect on the affected product.
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