Medical device recalls
39226 federal recalls on file. Federal recalls for medical devices — surgical equipment, monitors, diagnostic tools, implants, home health devices. Sourced from the FDA.
- 2019-03-20FDA-DeviceOssur AmericasClass IIOssur Skull Pin, Sterile Titanium Pin, Part/Description: 516TS/ Skull Pin 2-1/4in TI Sterl 1PK; 516V2S/ Skull Pin 3in TI Sterl 1PK; 520TS/ Skull Pin 2-1/4in TI Sterl 5PK; 520V2S/ Skull Pin 3in TI Sterl 5 PK
Halo system products labeled MR conditional will undergo confirmatory safety testing to confirm MR conditional parameters. In addition, the second line description on the titanium pin label mistakenly lists ceramic tip. The second line description should state titanium pin.
- 2019-03-20FDA-DeviceSteris CorporationClass IIAMSCO 5000 Series Washer/Disinfector Model # 5052
The software in the systems may not process the cycle originally intended. This could result in damage to the various medical devices and instruments processed in the washer/disinfector or potential for inadequate cleaning or disinfection.
- 2019-03-20FDA-DeviceSteris CorporationClass IIAMSCO 3000 Series Washer/Disinfector Model # 3052
The software in the systems may not process the cycle originally intended. This could result in damage to the various medical devices and instruments processed in the washer/disinfector or potential for inadequate cleaning or disinfection.
- 2019-03-20FDA-DeviceReckitt Benckiser LLCClass IIDurex Pleasure Pack (60 ct), synthetic polisoprene male condom, SKU 02340-98729-00 02340-98729-00 02340-98729-00 02340-98729-00 02340-98729-00 02340-98729-00
Five batches of the product have failed the specification of 1.0kPa for Burst Pressure.
- 2019-03-20FDA-DeviceReckitt Benckiser LLCClass IIDurex Real Feel, synthetic polisoprene male condom, SKU 02340-89456-14 02340-89455-00 02340-89456-14 02340-89456-14 02340-89455-00 02340-95767-00 02340-89456-14 02340-89457-00 02340-89456-14 02340-89456-14 02340-89455-00 02340-89455-00 02340-95767-00 02340-95767-00
Five batches of the product have failed the specification of 1.0kPa for Burst Pressure.
- 2019-03-20FDA-DeviceOrtho-Clinical DiagnosticsClass IIVITROS Chemistry Products Na+ Slides, Catalog Number 8379034 For in vitro diagnostic use only. VITROS Na+ Slides quantitatively measure sodium (Na+) concentration in serum, plasma, and urine using VITROS 250/350/950/5,1 FS and 4600 Chemistry Systems and the VITROS 5600 Integrated System.
Imprecision in the affected lot may produce negatively or positively biased patient sample and quality control fluid results.
- 2019-03-20FDA-DeviceLinet Spol. S.r.o.Class IIAVE 2 Birthing Bed
LINET has recently become aware of a potential safety issue for the AVE 2 Birthing Bed caused by the power cable breaking at the bed connection or the orange insulation of the power cable may fail causing a possible spark or possible exposure to a live conductor.
- 2019-03-20FDA-DeviceCook Inc.Class ICook Transseptal Needle, Reference Number TSNC-18-71.0, Order Number G02364. For transseptal left heart access in both diagnostic and interventional procedures.
The products were manufactured without a back bevel on the needle tip. This could cause damage to the inside of the introducer during needle insertion.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceGETINGE US SALES LLCClass IIMaquet XS Flat Screen Monitor Holder, SAT XS32 12 SPE, Configuration Part Number ARD2SAT00130A Product Usage: This product is designed to support one or two medical grade flat screen(s) alone or in association with surgical lights.
The affected flat screen monitor holders might not be compliant with grounding requirements. As a consequence, there is a risk of mild to severe/fatal electric shock under certain conditions while using the flat screen monitor holder with voltage of 100-220V.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceGETINGE US SALES LLCClass IIMaquet XS Flat Screen Monitor Holder, PWD70+DF HD R XS32 K3 SPE, Configuration Part Number ARD268400150A Product Usage: This product is designed to support one or two medical grade flat screen(s) alone or in association with surgical lights.
The affected flat screen monitor holders might not be compliant with grounding requirements. As a consequence, there is a risk of mild to severe/fatal electric shock under certain conditions while using the flat screen monitor holder with voltage of 100-220V.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceGETINGE US SALES LLCClass IIMaquet XS Flat Screen Monitor Holder, PWD50+DF XS32 K3 SPE, Configuration Part Number ARD268400140A Product Usage: This product is designed to support one or two medical grade flat screen(s) alone or in association with surgical lights.
The affected flat screen monitor holders might not be compliant with grounding requirements. As a consequence, there is a risk of mild to severe/fatal electric shock under certain conditions while using the flat screen monitor holder with voltage of 100-220V.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceGETINGE US SALES LLCClass IIMaquet XS Flat Screen Monitor Holder, XS32 SPE, Configuration Part Number ARD22201040A Product Usage: This product is designed to support one or two medical grade flat screen(s) alone or in association with surgical lights.
The affected flat screen monitor holders might not be compliant with grounding requirements. As a consequence, there is a risk of mild to severe/fatal electric shock under certain conditions while using the flat screen monitor holder with voltage of 100-220V.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceSiemens Medical Solutions USA, IncClass IIUroskop Omnia Max -fluoroscopic X-ray system Model # 10762473 Uroskop Omnia Max is a device intended to visualize anatomical structures by converting an X-ray pattern into a visible image.
The swivel arm holding the monitors may become dislodged from the carrying arm.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceSiemens Medical Solutions USA, IncClass IIUroskop Omnia -fluoroscopic X-ray system Model # 10094910 The Uroskop Omnia is a solid state detector fluoroscopic X-ray system, primarily for urological applications (functional x-ray diagnosis, endourology and minimal invasive urology/surgery).
The swivel arm holding the monitors may become dislodged from the carrying arm.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceMaquet Cardiovascular, LLCClass IIAXIUS Blower Mister Product Code/REF Number: CB-1000 The Axius Blower Mister is intended to clear an anastomotic site for improved visibility
Potential lack of carbon dioxide (CO2) flow that may result in a procedural delay during off-pump coronary artery bypass (OPCAB).
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceMicrobiologics IncClass IICepheid Respiratory Control Panel Catalog #8199 for in vitro diagnostic use
Cepheid Xpert Respiratory Control Panel (Catalog #8199) has an reduced expiration date from 24 months to 13 months.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceBecton Dickinson & Co.Class IIBD MAX Enteric Bacterial Panel -For In Vitro Diagnostic Use with the BD MAX System Catalog Number: 442963 The BD MAX Enteric Bacterial Panel performed on the BD MAX System is an automated in vitro diagnostic test for the direct qualitative detection and differentiation of enteric bacterial pathogens.
False negative results with the BD MAX Extended Enteric Bacterial Panel when testing specifically for Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli (ETEC) and Plesiomonas shigelloides targets of the BD MAX Extended Enteric Bacterial Panel assay.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceStryker GmbHClass IIInstrument Tray, Basic T2 Femur Long Catalog #: 1806-9900 Product Usage: Knee Arthroplasty
The faceplates may incorrectly identify the T2 Basic Long Instrument Set as T2 Basic Short Instrument Set.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceDraegar Medical Systems, Inc.Class IIOmega Systems These devices are intended to be used in the environment where patient care is provided by Healthcare Professionals, i.e. Physicians, Nurses, and Technicians, who will determine when use of the device is indicated, based upon their professional assessment of the patient's medical condition.
The firm is recalling their Delta family of patient monitors software due to cybersecurity vulnerabilities, which may cause the device to reboot, lose functionality, and/or lose communication.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceDraegar Medical Systems, Inc.Class IIInfinity Delta Family patient monitors The Infinity Delta Series (Delta/Delta XL/Kappa) monitors are intended to be used on adult, pediatric, and neonatal populations, with the exception of the parameter Cardiac Output, ST Segment Analysis, and arrhythmia which are intended for use in the adult and pediatric populations only; and tcp02, which for the neonatal population, is to only be used when the patient is not under gas anesthesia.-Omega and Omega S are intended to be used on adult, pediat
The firm is recalling their Delta family of patient monitors software due to cybersecurity vulnerabilities, which may cause the device to reboot, lose functionality, and/or lose communication.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceStryker Sustainability SolutionsClass IIStryker Sustainability Solutions (SSS) reprocessed Arthroscopic Shavers Arthroscopic shavers can be used to abrade, cut and excise tissue and bone; remove loose fragments; and, shave away debris in arthroscopic surgeries, as well as surgeries of the jaw and sinuses. Intended for use in orthopedic surgical procedures of the joints, jaw or sinuses where the cutting and removal of soft and hard tissue or bone is needed in patients requiring orthopedic surgery.
Affected lots of reprocessed arthroscopic shavers may display the incorrect catalog number and speed settings when connected to the generator, require manual mode for use on CORE generators, or display an error message on Crossfire 1 and 2 generators which does not allow the device to be used.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceZimmer Biomet, Inc.Class IIComprehensive Reverse Shoulder System Glenosphere Mini Baseplate with Taper Adapter, Model Number 010000589 Biomet Comprehensive Reverse Shoulder products are indicated for use in patients whose shoulder joint has a grossly deficient rotator cuff with severe arthropathy and/or previously failed shoulder joint replacement with a grossly deficient rotator cuff.
The product was potentially being packaged without a taper adapter.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceAbbott Laboratories, IncClass IIARCHITECT MAGNESIUM, (a) REF 7D70-21, (b) 7D70-31 The Magnesium assay is used for the quantitation of magnesium in human serum, plasma, or urine.
Abbott internal testing has identified that the Magnesium urine application demonstrates depressed urine result recovery. All samples >0.5mEq/L fail the linearity acceptance criteria for the bias specification and demonstrate depressed recovery of up to 37%. The specific cause of the negative bias/depressed results is currently under investigation.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DevicePENTAX of America IncClass IIC2 CryoBalloon Controller, REF: FG-1017, with Controller Software v1.18.258 The C2 CryoBalloon Ablation System is intended to be used as a cryosurgical tool in the field of general surgery, specifically for endoscopic application and the ablation of dysplastic Barrett s Esophagus.
The Controller does not detect overpressure in the balloon during the application of non-dosing puffs of Nitrous Oxide, which can contribute to balloon over pressurization, if the intended vent lumen of the catheter is significantly occluded to prevent relieving balloon pressure due to a kinked catheter condition.If a patient is exposed to higher than physiologic pressures, adverse events such as perforation or mucosal laceration may occur.
- 2019-03-13FDA-DeviceRVO 2.0, INCClass IRaindrop Near Vision Inlay, REF: RD1-1, Sterile, Rx Only, Manufacturer ReVision Optics, Inc.
During a post approval study the firm found there was an increased risk of corneal haze following the implantation of this device.
- 2019-03-06FDA-DeviceMadison Polymeric EngineeringClass IIDraco Enzymatic Deep-Cleaning Pads, Product Number HY0305Z Product Usage: Multi-tiered enzymatic detergent contains lipase, carbohydrase, amylase and protease. It effectively dissolves blood, fat, tissue, protein and most other forms of organic material Ready to use. Non-toxic, latex-free and neutral pH. Safe to use on all surgical instruments, flexible endoscopes and probes.
The product is contaminated with Pseudomonas.
- 2019-03-06FDA-DeviceCook Inc.Class IIEntuit Secure Gastrointestinal Suture Anchor Set, Catalog Number GIAS-SRM-3, Order Number G35570 The Entuit Secure Gastrointestinal Suture Anchor Set is intended for anchoring the anterior wall of the stomach to the abdominal wall prior to the introduction of interventional catheters.
There is a potential for difficulty in sliding down the retention mechanism on the sets manufactured with a specific extension spring lot.
- 2019-03-06FDA-DeviceCook Inc.Class IIEntuit Secure Gastrointestinal Suture Anchor Set, Catalog Number GIAS-SRM-2, Order Number G35569 The Entuit Secure Gastrointestinal Suture Anchor Set is intended for anchoring the anterior wall of the stomach to the abdominal wall prior to the introduction of interventional catheters.
There is a potential for difficulty in sliding down the retention mechanism on the sets manufactured with a specific extension spring lot.
- 2019-03-06FDA-DeviceTerumo Cardiovascular Systems CorporationClass IICardiovascular Procedure Kit (CLR MP4 COIL 2 SPIKE) Catalog Number: 140222
Presence of natural rubber latex is not declared in the label
- 2019-03-06FDA-DeviceElekta, Inc.Class IIMonaco Radiation Treatment Planning (RTP) System
If Improve Target Dose was chosen as an optimization model in a previous treatment session, Monaco¿ will automatically use this optimization model again when proceeding with the online plan adaptation of a completion plan when it should not.
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