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LifeSPARC Pump (part number 5800-0000) contained within TandemLife LifeSPARC Priming Tray part number: 5800-1000. Note: The 5800-1000 model number is an individually packaged component contained within the Kit numbers: 5830-2916 LS TANDEMLIFE KIT DL29 5840-2417 LS TANDEMLIFE KIT - V24, A17

Class I - Dangerous

Epoxy used during manufacturing of the LifeSPARC Pump may have uncured epoxy. if undetectable curing may result in added risk of early pump failure,

Jun 30, 2023 Infusion Pumps Nationwide View Details →

SHIP KIT, LIFESPARC, CONTROLLER AND ACCESSORIES - 5900-0000; SHIP KIT, LIFESPARC, CONTROLLER ONLY - 5900-0001. Component of LifeSPARC System, used to pump the blood through an extracorporeal circuit.

Class I - Dangerous

A software update (v1.1.5) has been developed to address the issue of Critical Failure which can occur on the LifeSPARC Controller. The Critical Failure was first addressed in the firm's recall initiated July 21, 2022. During the Critical Failure, the software freezes or crashes and the screen does not display data.

Dec 5, 2022 Implants & Prosthetics Nationwide View Details →

SHIP KIT, PROCEDURE KIT, PROTEKDUO LS - DL31 for temporary Cardiopulmonary bypass. Including the following components: a) 31 Fr ProtekDuo Veno-Venous Cannula Set b) LifeSPARC Pump c) 14Fr to 26 Fr Dilator Set d) TandemHeart Wrap. Kit Number: 5820-3118 Intended use is applicable to the intended use of specific devices included in the kit.

Class I - Dangerous

Top label of the outer package of the collection kit Item 5820-3118 showed expiration date of 2022/05/01 (correct expiration date) while side label showed expiration date of 2021/05/01 (incorrect expiration date)

Oct 14, 2021 Implants & Prosthetics View Details →

Protek Solo Venous Dilator Set: dilator, vessel, for percutaneous catheterization. Catalog #: 5840-2417 - LS Tandem Life Kit - V24/A17 Catalog #: 5840-2415 - LS Tandem Life Kit - V24/A15 Catalog #: 5740-2417 - TandemLife Kit - V24/A17 Catalog #: 5100-1422 - ProtekSolo Venous Dilator Set (14-22 Fr)

Class I - Dangerous

On 02/26/2021, it was found that there were incorrectly packaged Dilator sets in Finished Goods. On 03/1/2021, it was confirmed that 14 kits containing the impacted products had been distributed to the field.

Mar 19, 2021 Surgical Instruments Nationwide View Details →

TandemLife ECLS Procedure Kit - V24/A17, Catalog Number 5740-2417 - Product Usage: The function of the 24Fr ProtekSolo Venous Cannula is to provide a conduit for blood to travel from the patient s venous system when connected to accessory extracorporeal equipment. The Venous Cannula is intended to cannulate vessels, perfuse vessels or organs and/or connect with accessory extracorporeal circulatory support equipment. The introducer is intended to facilitate proper insertion and placement of the cannula within the vessel for extracorporeal circulatory support. These devices are to be used by a trained physician only.

Class I - Dangerous

The kit contained a 29Fr ProtekDuo cannula instead of a 24Fr Protek Solo Venous cannula.

Nov 19, 2019 Other Medical Devices Nationwide View Details →