Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2589-2018 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Spacelabs Healthcare, Ltd. |
| Report date | Aug 22, 2018 |
| Recall initiation date | Jul 11, 2018 |
| Quantity | 328 |
| Location | Hertford, United Kingdom |
Official product description
Arkon Anesthesia Delivery System with Arkon Software Version 2.70, Display Unit Assembly 650-1769-00 installed, and Model #: 99999. This system includes a ventilator. The Spacelabs Arkon Anesthesia Workstation is intended for use in the hospital environment and operating room. It may be used for the delivery of oxygen, air and nitrous oxide in a controlled manner to various patient breathing circuits with or without the use of mechanical ventilator, and may be used for the delivery of anesthetic vapor by use of a dismountable vaporizer. The device is intended for use only by a suitably qualified physician.
Why the product was recalled
Arkon Anesthesia Delivery System may go into a failed state (mechanical ventilation ceases) while the machine is in use or while idle.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution: U.S (nationwide) to states of.: LA, NE, CO, WY, MT, NM, IN, ME, NY, IL, MA, TX, PA, PR; and countries (OUS) of: PERU BOLIVIA, PANAMA, MALAYSIA, POLAND, IRELAND, MOROCCO, MEXICO, CANADA, UNITED KINGDOM, FRANCE, and CHINA, ECUADOR.
How to read the classification
FDA Class I indicates a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that use of or exposure to the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The classification shown here comes directly from the FDA enforcement record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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