Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0893-2015 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Roche Diagnostics Operations, Inc. |
| Report date | Jan 7, 2015 |
| Recall initiation date | Nov 20, 2014 |
| Quantity | Total of 13,041 boxes |
| Location | Indianapolis, IN, United States |
Official product description
ACCU-CHEK Tender II 17/80 10 + 10 pieces Product Usage: Intended for the infusion and/or injection of fluids into the body below the surface of the skin. The indwelling catheter can be inserted independently from the infusion catheter and can be accessed for the injections through the injection port. The indwelling catheter can also be securely attached to the infusion catheter by means of a proprietary click-lock connector for the infusion of drugs subcutaneously. The infusion set can be detached from the indwelling catheter, and the catheter capped to allow freedom from the infusion set and pump for showers, athletics or other activities.
Why the product was recalled
Roche Diabetes Care was informed by UnoMedical, the Manufacturer of ACCU-CHEK Tender I and ACCU-CHEK Tender II infusion sets, about potential for the the tubing of the infusion set to become detached at the connect/disconnect location on the ACCU-CHEK Tender I and ACCU-CHEK Tender II infusion sets. If tubing detachment occurs, insulin delivery is interrupted and the pump will not alarm to notify
Distribution information
US Nationwide Distribution
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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