Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-3262-2024 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Ltd. |
| Report date | Oct 2, 2024 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 7, 2024 |
| Quantity | 944 units |
| Location | Auckland, New Zealand |
Official product description
PT301US Airvo 3 Respiratory Support Device with software version 1.2.0 and/or 1.5.1 The Airvo 3 is intended to provide high flow warmed and humidified respiratory gases for administration to spontaneously breathing infant, child, adolescent and adult patients in hospitals and sub-acute facilities.
Why the product was recalled
Due to a software issue, affected devices that are set up with High Pressure Oxygen (HPO), if the flow alignment alarm occurs, the device will deliver room air only. If this happens, a patient my experience oxygen desaturation that could lead to hypoxia.
Distribution information
U.S.: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, IL, KY, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, ND, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SD, TX, UT, VA and WA. O.U.S.: Not provided
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.
What to do next
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