Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1300-2024 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class I |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | Thoratec Corp. |
| Report date | Mar 27, 2024 |
| Recall initiation date | Feb 19, 2024 |
| Quantity | 2,240 kits |
| Location | Pleasanton, CA, United States |
Official product description
HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist System (LVAS): 1. HeartMate II Sealed Outflow Graft with Bend Relief REF 103393 2. HeartMate II LVAS Implant Kit, US REF 106015 3. HeartMate II LVAS Implant Kit, OUS REF 106016 Update (February 14, 2024) HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist System (LVAS): 1. HeartMate II LVAS Implant Kit, OUS REF 102139 2. HeartMate II LVAS Implant Kit, US REF 1355 3. HeartMate II LVAS Implant Kit (with RSOC Controller), US REF 103695 4. HeartMate II LVAS Implant Kit (with RSOC Controller), OUS REF 103693 5. HeartMate II LVAS Implant Kit (with Sealed Graft), US REF 104911 6. HeartMate II LVAS Implant Kit (with Sealed Graft), OUS REF 104912 7. HeartMate II LVAS Implant Kit (Used for pump exchange, No Graft) REF 107801 8. HeartMate II LVAS Implant Kit, (EPC), CANADA REF 103695-CAN 9. HeartMate II LVAS Implant Kit (with Sealed Graft), JAPAN REF 104911JPN 10. HeartMate II LVAS Implant Kit (with Pocket System Controller and Sealed Grafts), for geographies outside of US & EU REF 106515OUS HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist System: The HeartMate II LVAS is an axial-flow, rotary ventricular assist system. One end of the Left Ventricular Assist Device is attached to the apex of the left ventricle; the other end of the device connects to the ascending aorta. The Left Ventricular Assist Device diverts blood from the weakened left ventricle and propels it to the aorta. A small external computer, the System Controller, monitors system operation. A driveline, which passes through the patient s abdomen, connects the implanted pump to the System Controller. The system is powered by a Power Module or Mobile Power Unit (MPU) that is connected to an AC electrical outlet, or by two HeartMate 14 Volt Lithium-Ion batteries.
Why the product was recalled
Observed outflow graft deformation known as Extrinsic Outflow Graft Obstruction (EOGO) associated with Left Ventricular Assist System.
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution: U.S.(nationwide): AL,AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, and WV; and O.U.S.(foreign) to countries of: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Cayman Island, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Iran, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Macedonia, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan, and South Korea.
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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