Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1923-2017 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Merge Healthcare, Inc. |
| Report date | May 10, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 30, 2015 |
| Quantity | 23 sensors (PhaseIn Units) |
| Location | Hartland, WI, United States |
Official product description
Schiller AG ISA CO2 Sensor (AKA: PhaseIn Unit), Merge Part Number HW-HEMO-00001. The PhaseIn Unit is an optional accessory (sold separately) to the Merge Hemo Patient Data Module (PDM). The PDM is a major component of the Merge Hemo system.
Why the product was recalled
The units may display the alarm "sampling line clogged" after the flow zeroing procedure that is conducted automatically 1 hour after start up. This could result in the potential of a small bias added to the CO2 measurement and affect the alarm notification.
Distribution information
US Distribution was made to medical facilities located in AL, FL, ID, LA, MO, NC, OK, SC, TX, and UT. There was government distribution and no foreign/military 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: Telephone.
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