Beckman Coulter is initiating a recall for UniCel DxH 800 Coulter Cellular Analysis System (PN 629029) and UniCel DxH 600 Coulter Cellular Analysis System (PN B23858) because the company's internal investigation indicates that specific lots of check valves used in several locations within the DxH 800 and DxH 600 systems may fail. A failure may result in an air or liquid leak at the VCS Waste Chamb
Medical Devices Recalls
Medical equipment, implants, and diagnostic devices
Visual particulate in the glass ampules of 5% Lidocaine HCL and 7.5% Dextrose Injection, USP, 2 mL Ampoule, NDC # 0409-4712-01, Hospira Lot Number 23-227-DK. These ampules are included in certain Portex Spinal Anaesthesia Trays.
InHealth Technologies (IHT) is recalling the Blom-Singer Adjustable Tracheostoma Valve II (ATSV II) because the body component of the device is missing from the packaging. The ATSV II Valve product cannot be used as intended without the product body.
Edwards Lifesciences is recalling two lots of Duraflo Cannulas due to reported complaints involving cracks in the t-connector of the devices which were confirmed during product evaluation.
A small number of units in lot number 0006573585 of the Resolute Integrity Zotarolimus-Eluting Coronary Sten System may contain a compliance chart incorrectly referencing a 2.25 mm diameter instead of the correct 3.0mm.
S5 Heart-lung machine, Stockert S5 System. Catalogue No: 48-30/40/50-00. The Stockert S5 System is intended to be used during cardiopulmonary bypass for procedures lasting six(6) hours or less.
Sorin Group Deutschland GmbH
Sorin Group is recalling certain models of S5 Perfusion Systems due to malfunction of cardioplegia control.
Dr¿ger Medical GmbH has notified STERIS of the potential for a break in the drive screw contained in the motorized ceiling supply unit, a component of the Harmony EMS system. The ceiling supply unit controls the motorized adjustment of the height and rotation of the supply column. Should a break occur in the drive screw, there is potential for the adjustable arm to drop down, causing the EMS sys
GENESIS(R) II, NON-POROUS TIBIAL BASE, SIZE 5, LEFT, QTY: (1), REF 71420168. Product Usage: orthopaedic
Smith & Nephew
Swapped product. Non-porous tibial base size 5 L was mis-packaged as size 6 R and vice versa.
Visual particulate in the glass ampules of 5% Lidocaine HCL and 7.5% Dextrose Injection, USP, 2 mL Ampoule, NDC # 0409-4712-01, Hospira Lot Number 23-227-DK. These ampules are included in certain Portex Spinal Anaesthesia Trays.
Pinook Micro Massager Distributed by www.pinookusa.com Used to strengthen the abdominal muscles.
Pinook-Usa
Failure to submit a premarket submission and gain approval of a medical device.
The recall was initiated because Beckman Coulter has confirmed that some AU Clinical Chemistry Analyzer ISE units can experience premature ISE REF (Reference) valve failure. Premature valve failure can be detected by the presence of air bubbles in the ISE REF solution tubing on the ISE unit. If air bubbles are present, accuracy of the ISE test results may be affected.
Dekompressor Percutaneous Discectomy Probe. The Dekompressor is a single use disposable discectomy probe that passes through and works in conjunction with an introducer cannula to remove intervertebral disc nucleus pulposus material.
Stryker Instruments Div. of Stryker
Stryker has identified a potential for the auger and/or cannula to fracture when the Dekompressor is used contrary to the warnings in the Instructions For Use (IFU). Specifically, manually bending the cannula can weaken the device and may result in a fracture of the auger and/or cannula. This could result in the need for additional medical intervention to remove the broken piece, pain or loss of m
Visual particulate in the glass ampules of 5% Lidocaine HCL and 7.5% Dextrose Injection, USP, 2 mL Ampoule, NDC # 0409-4712-01, Hospira Lot Number 23-227-DK. These ampules are included in certain Portex Spinal Anaesthesia Trays.
Visual particulate in the glass ampules of 5% Lidocaine HCL and 7.5% Dextrose Injection, USP, 2 mL Ampoule, NDC # 0409-4712-01, Hospira Lot Number 23-227-DK. These ampules are included in certain Portex Spinal Anaesthesia Trays.
Calcium Arsenazo Reagent, reference CALA-0250, is recalled due to complaint of plasma specimens report high results than serum.
Adjustable Gastric Band, packaged alone in transparent PETG inner and outer blisters with Tyvek lids. Product Usage: Intended for use in surgical treatment of morbid obesity
Ethicon Endo-Surgery
During aging studies, the firm determined that the gastric belts were unable to pass the test requirements established for Force to Lock.
During aging studies, the firm determined that the gastric belts were unable to pass the test requirements established for Force to Lock.
Pinook Mini Massager Distributed by www.pinookusa.com. Used to strengthen the abdominal muscles.
Pinook-Usa
Failure to submit a premarket submission and gain approval of a medical device.
Visual particulate in the glass ampules of 5% Lidocaine HCL and 7.5% Dextrose Injection, USP, 2 mL Ampoule, NDC # 0409-4712-01, Hospira Lot Number 23-227-DK. These ampules are included in certain Portex Spinal Anaesthesia Trays.
Mesa Laboratories, Inc. is recalling certain lots of pH 7.0 Buffer Solution due to mold growth.