Medical device recalls
39229 federal recalls on file. Federal recalls for medical devices — surgical equipment, monitors, diagnostic tools, implants, home health devices. Sourced from the FDA.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceWiener LaboratoriesClass IIWiener Lab CHAGATEST ELISA RECOMBINANTE V. 3.0 Diagnosis of Chagas disease.
Internal program testing shows that product may not reach the indicated expiration date.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceAbbott Laboratories, IncClass IIARCHITECT c16000 Cuvette Segment, Part #09D32-05/ 03L77, a component to the ARCHITECT Clinical Chemistry system. There are 15 segments with each cuvette segment holding 11 cuvette pairs (22 cuvettes) for a total of 165 cuvettes pairs or a total of 330 cuvettes (22 cuvettes x 15 cuvette segments) per reaction carousel. The firm name on the label is Abbott Laboratories, Abbott Park, IL. The Abbott ARCHITECT Clinical Chemistry Systems are designed to perform automated chemistry tests utilizi
There is a potential to generate falsely depressed patient results in the cuvettes adjacent to the detached segment post for any assay run on the c4000, c8000, and c16000 instrument.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceAbbott Laboratories, IncClass IIARCHITECT c8000 Cuvette Segment, Part #01G46-01/01G06, a component to the ARCHITECT Clinical Chemistry system. There are 11 segments with each cuvette segment holding 15 cuvettes for a total of 165 cuvettes per reaction carousel. The firm name on the label is Abbott Laboratories, Abbott Park, IL. The Abbott ARCHITECT Clinical Chemistry Systems are designed to perform automated chemistry tests utilizing photometry and potentiometric technology. The cuvette segments are a component of the sy
There is a potential to generate falsely depressed patient results in the cuvettes adjacent to the detached segment post for any assay run on the c4000, c8000, and c16000 instrument.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceAbbott Laboratories, IncClass IIARCHITECT c4000 Cuvette Segment, Part #02P75-01/02P24, a component to the ARCHITECT Clinical Chemistry system. There are 9 segments with each cuvette segment holding 11 cuvettes for a total of 99 cuvettes per reaction carousel. The firm name on the label is Abbott Laboratories, Abbott Park, IL. The Abbott ARCHITECT Clinical Chemistry Systems are designed to perform automated chemistry tests utilizing photometry and potentiometric technology. The cuvette segments are a component of the syst
There is a potential to generate falsely depressed patient results in the cuvettes adjacent to the detached segment post for any assay run on the c4000, c8000, and c16000 instrument.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceSignature Orthopedics Pty LimitedClass IISignature Ceramic Femoral Head. Model Number: 111-152-621. The Signature ceramic femoral heads are manufactured by Ceramtec from 72-75% Al2O3+24-26% Z3O3 (Biolox Delta). The heads connect via a 12/14 taper to the stem trunnion, and articulates against the crosslinked UHMWPE liner within the Logical Acetabular Cups. Product Usage: Components of the Signature Orthopaedics hip replacement range are intended to replace a hip joint where bone stock is sufficient to support the implant. When a
This recall has been identified due to the batch being mislabeled, with the packaged component's size not corresponding to the label. Therefore, the product intended to be used for the procedure may not be included in the packaging resulting in surgical delay as replacement product is retrieved.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceZimmer Biomet, Inc.Class IISirus Drill 13mm diameter trauma instrument used for preparation of bone in Trauma, Hip and Shoulder surgeries.; Model Number: 02.00020.040
The Sirus Drill and Flexible Shaft instruments may not be adequately cleaned when utilizing the standard cleaning instructions potentially resulting in infection and subsequent complications.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceZimmer Biomet, Inc.Class IIFlexible Shaft hip and anatomical shoulder instrument used for preparation of bone in Trauma, Hip and Shoulder surgeries.; Model Number: 75.80.04
The Sirus Drill and Flexible Shaft instruments may not be adequately cleaned when utilizing the standard cleaning instructions potentially resulting in infection and subsequent complications.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceStryker Sustainability SolutionsClass IIStryker Sustainability Solutions Reprocessed BW Lasso 2515 NAV eco Variable Diagnostic EP Catheters, Ref D134302, Sterile, Rx. The Reprocessed 2515 NAV eco Variable Electrophysiology (EP) Catheters are indicated for multiple electrode electrophysiological mapping of the cardiac structures of the heart, i.e. recording or stimulation only. They are designed to obtain electrograms in the atrial regions of the heart. The Reprocessed 2515 NAV eco Variable EP Catheters provide location informatio
An EEPROM chip error code may occur when the catheters are used with CARTO EP Navigation Systems.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceStryker Sustainability SolutionsClass IIStryker Sustainability Solutions Reprocessed BW Lasso 2515 NAV eco Variable Diagnostic EP Catheters, Ref D134301, Sterile, Rx. The Reprocessed 2515 NAV eco Variable Electrophysiology (EP) Catheters are indicated for multiple electrode electrophysiological mapping of the cardiac structures of the heart, i.e. recording or stimulation only. They are designed to obtain electrograms in the atrial regions of the heart. The Reprocessed 2515 NAV eco Variable EP Catheters provide location informatio
An EEPROM chip error code may occur when the catheters are used with CARTO EP Navigation Systems.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceOrtho-Clinical DiagnosticsClass IIVITROS Chemistry Products DAT Performance Verifier V in vitro diagnostic
This product is not meeting the current storage labeling for unopened VITROS DAT Performance Verifiers causing customers to obtain lower than expected VITROS BENZ results when using this control.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceOrtho-Clinical DiagnosticsClass IIVITROS Chemistry Products DAT Performance Verifier IV in vitro diagnostic
This product is not meeting the current storage labeling for unopened VITROS DAT Performance Verifiers causing customers to obtain lower than expected VITROS BENZ results when using this control.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceOrtho-Clinical DiagnosticsClass IIVITROS Chemistry Products DAT Performance Verifier III in vitro diagnostic
This product is not meeting the current storage labeling for unopened VITROS DAT Performance Verifiers causing customers to obtain lower than expected VITROS BENZ results when using this control.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceOrtho-Clinical DiagnosticsClass IIVITROS Chemistry Products DAT Performance Verifier II in vitro diagnostic
This product is not meeting the current storage labeling for unopened VITROS DAT Performance Verifiers causing customers to obtain lower than expected VITROS BENZ results when using this control.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceOrtho-Clinical DiagnosticsClass IIVITROS Chemistry Products DAT Performance Verifier I in vitro diagnostic
This product is not meeting the current storage labeling for unopened VITROS DAT Performance Verifiers causing customers to obtain lower than expected VITROS BENZ results when using this control.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceRoche Diagnostics CorporationClass IIcobas 8000 Modular Analyzer Series; Part Numbers: 1. 05964067001 cobas 8000 c 502 module
A warning is being added to the cobas¿ 6000 analyzer and the cobas¿ 8000 modular analyzer series Operators Manual to prevent operator injury during maintenance.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceRoche Diagnostics CorporationClass IIcobas 6000 Modular Series system; Part Numbers: 1. 04745914001 cobas c 501 module; 2. 05036453001 cobas 6000 UL c 501 + Core Fix configuration; 3. 05036453692 - cobas 6000 UL + CORE CU; and 4. 05860636001 cobas 6000 c 501 (UL) V
A warning is being added to the cobas¿ 6000 MODULAR Series System - c501 and the cobas¿ 8000 MODULAR Analyzer Series - c502 Operator Manuals to prevent operator injury during maintenance.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceCovidien LLCClass IIEndo GIA" Radial Reload with Tri-Staple" Technology The Endo GIA radial reloads with Tri-Staple Technology have application in open or minimally invasive general abdominal, gynecologic and thoracic surgery for resection and transection of tissue and creation of anastomosis, as well as application deep in the pelvis, e.g. low anterior resection. They may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of p
The device cartridge disengaged during use due to manufacturing error.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceSynthes (USA) Products LLCClass IILight Clip for Oracle Retractor, sterile, Part Number: 03.809.925S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
Possible lack of product sterility due to potential gaps/channeling in the seal of the package.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceSynthes (USA) Products LLCClass II2.5 mm Titanium Calibrated Reaming Rod, 850 mm, Part Number: 359.083S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
Possible lack of product sterility due to potential gaps/channeling in the seal of the package.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceSynthes (USA) Products LLCClass II2.5 mm Guide Rod, with smooth tip, 950 mm, sterile, Part Number: 355.042S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
Possible lack of product sterility due to potential gaps/channeling in the seal of the package.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceSynthes (USA) Products LLCClass II3.0 mm Reaming Rod, with straight ball tip, 950 mm, sterile, Part Number: 351.76S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
Possible lack of product sterility due to potential gaps/channeling in the seal of the package.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceSynthes (USA) Products LLCClass II2.5 mm Reaming Rod, Ball tip, 1150 mm, sterile, Part Number: 351.708S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
Possible lack of product sterility due to potential gaps/channeling in the seal of the package.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceSynthes (USA) Products LLCClass II2.5 mm Reaming Rod, Ball tip with extension, 950 mm, sterile, Part Number: 351.707S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
Possible lack of product sterility due to potential gaps/channeling in the seal of the package.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceSynthes (USA) Products LLCClass II2.5 mm Reaming Rod, Ball tip, 950 mm, sterile, Part Number: 351.706S Reaming Rods are intended for guiding of reamers during orthopedic surgery.
Possible lack of product sterility due to potential gaps/channeling in the seal of the package.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceMedtronic Perfusion SystemsClass IIBIO CAL(R) Temperature Controller, Models: (a) 370, (b) 370I Product Usage: The BIO CAL(R) (unit) is a thermal transfer module designed to control patient blood temperature during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures when heating or cooling of the blood is desired.
Medtronic has been unable to develop a cleaning protocol to satisfy current industry concerns and expectations. As a result, an updated cleaning protocol will not be developed by Medtronic and it has been determined that the best course of action is to request BIO CAL users to discontinue use and dispose of BIO CAL devices.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceDegania Silicone, Ltd.Class IIISilicone Fluted Round Drain 24Fr (hubless) & Connector, Sterile. Catalog Number JP-2234. Used for the drainage of body fluids for surgical use.
Sterile pouches are missing labels on them. The boxes themselves are properly labeled. The issue is related to the production lot P1607442 only.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceBoston Scientific CorporationClass IIAuriga XL 4007 Laser System, Universal Part Number: M0068FS4007G0. Intended to be used in surgical procedures.
Certain Auriga consoles have incorrectly assembled trigger wire components. The trigger wire functions in the start-up of the console. An incorrectly assembled trigger wire may result in error codes or failure to start the console.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceBoston Scientific CorporationClass IIAuriga 30 Laser System, Universal Part Number: M0068S30G0. Intended to be used in surgical procedures.
Certain Auriga consoles have incorrectly assembled trigger wire components. The trigger wire functions in the start-up of the console. An incorrectly assembled trigger wire may result in error codes or failure to start the console.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceMedtronic NeuromodulationClass IIMedtronic Synchromed II Model 8637 supplied in 20mL and 40 mL reservoir size and a catheter. Product Usage: The implantable Model 8637 SynchroMed II programmable pump is part of an infusion system that stores and delivers a prescribed drug to a specific site. The implanted infusion system consists of a Model 8637 SynchroMed II pump, supplied in 20 ml and 40 ml reservoir sizes, and a catheter. In the United States, the SynchroMed II Pump is specifically approved (indicated) for drugs as refer
Medtronic implemented a final design change intended to address the motor stall due to corrosion and is recalling devices with the previous design that are not implanted.
- 2018-03-14FDA-DeviceInstrumentation Laboratory Co.Class IIHemosll ReadiPlasTin (20 ml Size), Part Number 0020301400
Instrumentation Laboratory Co. received customer reports of performance issues with some vials of Lot Nos. N1166235 and N0177760, including increased imprecision, out of range quality controls and prolonged sample results.
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