Medical equipment, implants, and diagnostic devices
Certain lots of the affected products may have significantly decreased precision relative to the package insert, which could result in an increased frequency of false positive or false negative results. These false positive and false negative results are unpredictable within lots and may not be detected by Quality Control testing.
The general purpose electromagnetic sensor was incorrectly calibrated causing potential variability in the projected position of the needle path with the ultrasound device.
Terumo CVS has received reports of the Central Control Monitor (CCM) for Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 losing partial or full functionality. Symptoms that have been associated with a malfunctioning CCM include: full or partial loss of display, loss of control functions; inability to distinguish various status, alert, alarm conditions, the inability to operate the touch screen, or the CCM
Defibrillator/monitor cannot analyze an ECG report during acquisition of 12 lead ECG
Some i-Stat Analyzers become uncomfortably hot to touch in the are of the battery. This is a recall extension.
Zimmer is recalling Pathfinder NXT Fixed Percutaneous Rod Holder, because complaints have been received that the rod holder tip may crack or break when the rod is manipulated during surgery.
Encision is performing a field correction to their AEM Disposable Electrodes due to two consumer complaints reporting unanticipated alarms from the AEM monitor while using the device. This issue could result delays or complications during surgical procedures.
The Intellispace Portal software and Extended Brillance Workspace software may have significantly different results in the colors and size of the affected area when the customer uses the "Time Sensitive" and "Time Insensitive" methods.
Firm officials reported to CIN-DO that their Bipolar Bayonet Forceps 7.75" are misbranded in that the manufacturer symbol was replaced by the expiry symbol on the packaging.
Impac Medical became aware of a problem with the recording of the Wedge Motor Units in MOSAIQ when it resumes after a machine terminates/faults, the remaining Wedge MU was being erroneously set to zero.
The carton label for this device has the manufacturer symbol where the expiration date symbol should be. Firm officials met with FDA on 5/17/2012. At which time, they reported various labeling errors for their Button Switch Pen Electrode Electrosurgical /Extendable Pencils.
Certain lots of the affected products may have significantly decreased precision relative to the package insert, which could result in an increased frequency of false positive or false negative results. These false positive and false negative results are unpredictable within lots and may not be detected by Quality Control testing.
ArjoHuntleigh has received a limited number of customer reports concerning injuries related to an exposed metal support bracket when the proactive knee pad assembly is removed.
GE Healthcare is aware of a few instances where the Axcess Cranial Screw has broken during insertion. There is a possibility that breaking of the screws could lead to a health hazard.
Firm officials reported to CIN-DO that for this device, in the labeling on the inner Tyvek peel pouch, the letter 'E' in Electrosurgical was turned into an 'X' and the number '5" of the (mm tips) was turned into a '0'. This affected the description and some of the text of the labels. However, it did not t affect the Part Number and Lot Number on the label.
The Tyvek pouch label for this device states: 'with holster'; however, this product does not come with a holster. Firm officials met with FDA on 5/17/2012. At which time, they reported various labeling errors with their Button Switch Pen Electrode Electrosurgical /Extendable Pencils.
Advanced Neuromodulation Systems
The firm has received 112 complaints of the Eon Mini IPGs that lost the ability to communicate or recharge due to a workmanship issue resulting in loss of pain relief and subsequent explant. The firm has determined the cause of these reports to be related to process variances in the positioning of the internal battery and printed circuit board, causing a short, and therefore, prematurely depletin
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems (Terumo CVS) has received reports of various roller pump occlusion malfunctions that could result in the inability to use the pump and would then require replacement with back-up equipment. Occlusion malfunctions include stiff/difficult to adjust occlusion, loss of occlusion setting, unequal roller-to-roller occlusion and inability to adjust the occlusion. If it is
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems (Terumo CVS) has received reports of various roller pump malfunctions of the Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 that could result in the inability to use the pump and would then require replacement with back-up equipment. Description of malfunctions: " Unplanned pump stop or pause " Changes in pump speed If it is necessary to replace a roller pump during cardiopu
Certain lots of the affected products may have significantly decreased precision relative to the package insert, which could result in an increased frequency of false positive or false negative results. These false positive and false negative results are unpredictable within lots and may not be detected by Quality Control testing.