Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2245-2020 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Philips North America, LLC |
| Report date | Jun 10, 2020 |
| Recall initiation date | Apr 13, 2020 |
| Quantity | 1075 Units |
| Location | Andover, MA, United States |
Official product description
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Diagnostic Device accessory - Product Usage: The chest pneumograph (also referred to as the pneumatic bellows, respiration bellows, or respiration sensor) monitors bellows-derived respiration by detecting abdominal or chest wall motion. The chest pneumograph is an accessory to a MRI patient monitoring system or MRI gating solution. The Chest Pneumograph is indicated for use by healthcare professionals with the Wireless Sp02 (wSp02) Module or Toshiba KSB gating unit when bellows-derived respiration sensing is needed during MRI scans for gating.
Why the product was recalled
The labeling of the Philips Chest Pneumograph does not include a statement indicating that the product contains natural rubber latex.
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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