Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1978-2013 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation |
| Report date | Aug 21, 2013 |
| Recall initiation date | Jul 26, 2013 |
| Quantity | 1657 |
| Location | Ann Arbor, MI, United States |
Official product description
220/240V AC, Advanced Perfusion System 1 Product Usage: The Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 is indicated for use in extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures only when used by a qualified perfusionist who is experienced in the operation of Sarns TM or similar equipment.
Why the product was recalled
TCVS is taking action to update the Operators Manual with the specific instructions to respond to this condition and will issue a labeling addendum for current users. In the event of a false high pressure alarm condition occurs that displays a "999" pressure reading and results in stopping a pump, this pressure display can be cleared and the pump re-started by disconnecting the pressure transducer from the system.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of :AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MSMT, NC, ND, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV and countries of AUSTRALIA, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE),Hong Kong,Indonesia, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand,Philippines, CHILE,Malaysia, South Korea, BELGIUM,Japan,Mexico,CANADA
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: not stated.
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