Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2348-2012 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation |
| Report date | Sep 19, 2012 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 12, 2009 |
| Quantity | 8 |
| Location | Ann Arbor, MI, United States |
Official product description
Safety monitor included with System 8000 Base The Sarns" Modular Perfusion System 8000 is indicated for use for up to 6 hours on the extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures, when used by a qualified medical professional who is experienced in the operation of this or similar equipment. The safety monitor is indicated to warn when the blood level in the reservoir reaches the operator-set limit, and to stop the arterial and cardioplegia pumps.
Why the product was recalled
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems (Terumo CVS) received complaints from our Affiliate, Terumo Dubai that the safety monitors were tripping off. Terumo CVS' investigation determined that 8 monitors were manufactured with an underrated circuit breaker due to an error where an associate pulled an underrated circuit breaker from an incorrect inventory location. Since this time, inventory locations hav
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution: International only-country of: Terumo Dubai, UAE
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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