Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2888-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Spiegelberg Gmbh & Co. KG |
| Report date | Oct 5, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | Dec 29, 2009 |
| Quantity | 22 units |
| Location | Hamburg, N/A, Germany |
Official product description
Spiegelberg Brain Pressure Monitoring System Probe 3PN, REF: SNDI3.1.531FV534P and Probe 3PS, REF: SNDI3.1.63/FV535P Product Usage: lntracranial pressure measuring probes are used to measure intracranial pressure (intracranial pressure, ICP), so the pressure in the head.
Why the product was recalled
In the vast majority of products specified, a shrinkage of the air chamber during sterilization has occurred. Because of these false high readings were displayed in the lower measuring range from 0 to 20 mmHg. The observed measurement error was particularly at the lowest end of the range (to 0 mmHg) up to 8 mmHg.
Distribution information
Nationwide Distribution to PA only
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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