Medical Devices Recalls

Identified higher-than-expected levels of endotoxin within the raw material used to produce Codman Surgical Patties and Strips that may have resulted in out-of-specification levels of endotoxin in finished goods

Prior to current established manufacturing practices, higher levels of airborne formaldehyde exposure from newly manufactured incubators could be seen during clinical use that would rapidly decrease over a week. Affected customers were notified in June 2023 to run incubators for a week to potentially off gas any residual airborne formaldehyde. The general scientific consensus is that sensory irritation of the eyes is the most sensitive endpoint with respect to exposure to airborne formaldehyde and is the adverse effect clinically experienced at the lowest concentration.

Identified higher-than-expected levels of endotoxin within the raw material used to produce Codman Surgical Patties and Strips that may have resulted in out-of-specification levels of endotoxin in finished goods

Due to packaging damage from heat exposure during shipping/transportation that may result in a breach in the sterile barrier.

Identified higher-than-expected levels of endotoxin within the raw material used to produce Codman Surgical Patties and Strips that may have resulted in out-of-specification levels of endotoxin in finished goods

Exceed the limitations to the 510 (k) exemption in 21 CFR 868.9(a) because it introduces a new indication for pediatric use in an Oropharyngeal Airway.

Does not meet the requirements for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) of the standard IEC 60601-1-2. Electromagnetic interference occurring during a procedure may cause the device to malfunction requiring the replacement of the device. This could potentially result in a prolonged procedure and/or require additional medical intervention

Exceed the limitations to the 510 (k) exemption in 21 CFR 868.9(a) because it introduces a new indication for pediatric use in an Oropharyngeal Airway.

It has been determined that certain Convenience kits that were packaged in breather pouch lot 323080002 may result in the potential of using non-sterile product if the vendor seal of the pouch is opened/unsealed.

Potential issue that may arise if the limb of a patient breathing circuit is mistakenly connected to the Auxiliary Common Gas Outlet (ACGO) port.

The firm received customer reports stating that the batteries and their connectors experienced electrical short-circuits and/or emitted smoke.

It has been determined that certain Convenience kits that were packaged in breather pouch lot 323080002 may result in the potential of using non-sterile product if the vendor seal of the pouch is opened/unsealed.

It has been determined that certain Convenience kits that were packaged in breather pouch lot 323080002 may result in the potential of using non-sterile product if the vendor seal of the pouch is opened/unsealed.

Potential for error and inability to interrogate pump due to data corruption in the pump memory.

It has been determined that certain Convenience kits that were packaged in breather pouch lot 323080002 may result in the potential of using non-sterile product if the vendor seal of the pouch is opened/unsealed.

Due to a manufacturing defect, users may experience inaccurate pressure monitoring, an interruption in pressure monitoring, or an inability to zero the device due to either a leak within the TranStar Disposable Pressure Transducer or from a defect within the TranStar Disposable Pressure Transducer chip.

Due to a manufacturing defect, users may experience inaccurate pressure monitoring, an interruption in pressure monitoring, or an inability to zero the device due to either a leak within the TranStar Disposable Pressure Transducer or from a defect within the TranStar Disposable Pressure Transducer chip.

Due to a manufacturing defect, users may experience inaccurate pressure monitoring, an interruption in pressure monitoring, or an inability to zero the device due to either a leak within the TranStar Disposable Pressure Transducer or from a defect within the TranStar Disposable Pressure Transducer chip.

It has been determined that certain Convenience kits that were packaged in breather pouch lot 323080002 may result in the potential of using non-sterile product if the vendor seal of the pouch is opened/unsealed.

Certain CADD Medication Cassette Reservoirs may exhibit a weakened weld joint between the medication bag and tubing due to a production equipment malfunction. This could result in a medication leakage.