Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0348-2017 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, LLC |
| Report date | Nov 9, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | Sep 27, 2016 |
| Quantity | 305 units |
| Location | Wayne, NJ, United States |
Official product description
Heater Cooler Unit Usage: The Heater-Cooler Unit (HCU 30) supplies temperature-controlled water for cardioplegia heat exchangers and for blood heat exchangers in extra corporeal circulation and for blankets with which patients can be warmed or cooled. The HCU 30 is intended to circulate water through heat exchange circuits to warm or cool a patient during short duration cardiopulmonary bypass procedures lasting 6 hours or less.
Why the product was recalled
There is the potential for contaminated water to enter parts of the Heater-Cooler Unit circuits. There is a potential risk of bacterial contamination including Mycobacteria species.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide
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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