FDA recall record

Circulatory Technology The Bigger-Better-Bladder, TM 2 With 3/8"ID tubing, 72" long tubing recall — FDA Z-2832-2016

The seal between the balloon and the housing may leak.

Class IIclassification
Z-2832-2016official record ID
Sep 21, 2016report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-2832-2016
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmCirculatory Technology Inc.
Report dateSep 21, 2016
Recall initiation dateJul 1, 2016
Quantity20 units
LocationOyster Bay, NY, United States

Official product description

The Bigger-Better-Bladder, TM 2 With 3/8"ID tubing, 72" long tubing, ITEM BBB38-72 A device that isolates pressure tranducers from blood contact when measurements of blood pressure in extracorporeal circuits are made during short and long term procedures. The pressure signal can be used to control pump speed. It is also used as an inline reservoir to provide compliance in the circuit during short and long term procedures. Measures pressure noninvasively in the extracorporeal circuit and provide compliance in the venous line between the patient and the pump.

Why the product was recalled

The seal between the balloon and the housing may leak.

Distribution information

US Distribution to states of: LA, MI, NY, OH, OR & TX.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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