Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1550-2015 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. |
| Report date | May 6, 2015 |
| Recall initiation date | Feb 20, 2015 |
| Quantity | 133,751 in total (US: 130,337 and OUS: Canada 1,201 and Mexico 2,213) |
| Location | Waltham, MA, United States |
Official product description
2008 Series Hemodialysis Machines: 2008T with the following product code and description: 190395 2008K at Home System - 1st Gen. -¿ Canada; 190828 2008K at Home System - 2nd Gen - U.S.; 190904 2008K at Home System w/ Bibag; 190828 2008KatHOME HEMODIALYSIS SYSTEM; 190395 2008KatHOME MACHINE, SHORT CAB, OLC/DP, HP The Fresenius 2008K is indicated for acute and chronic dialysis therapy.
Why the product was recalled
The Acetate value for GranuFlo on the Select Concentrate screen should be 8mEq/l but it is displayed as 4mEq/l. The correct value is shown on the dialysate screen.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution: US (Nationwide) and countries of: Canada and Mexico.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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