Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2083-2015 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, LLC |
| Report date | Jul 22, 2015 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 2, 2015 |
| Quantity | 104 units |
| Location | Wayne, NJ, United States |
Official product description
The FLOW-i Anesthesia System Axillary O2 and Suction Module, Device Part number: 66 79 847 FLOW-i Anesthesia System: Is indicated for administering inhalation anesthesia while controlling the entire ventilation of patients with no ability to breathe, as well as in supporting patients with a limited ability to breathe.The system is intended for use in a wide range of population: from neonatal to adult patients. The system is intended for use in hospital environments, except for the MRI environment, by healthcare professionals trained in inhalation anesthesia administration. Auxiliary O2 and Suction Module: Is an option available for the FLOW-i Anesthesia System. The module contains two main parts: Flowmeter unit: The intended use of the flowmeter is to provide oxygen for patient therapy. Suction unit: The intended use is to extract body fluids from the stomach and airways.
Why the product was recalled
Maquet has identified that in some FLOW-i Anesthesia System Auxiliary O2 and Suction Modules, the suctioning function cannot be activated or controlled by the suction unit on/off switch leading to a decrease or loss of suctioning capability of the modules.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Internationally to Australia, Belgium, Brazil, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand and United Arab Emirates.
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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