Medtronic Affinity Pediatric Arterial Filter, model number S4014, sterilized using ethylene oxide. Recall Update 9/6/13: Medtronic, Red cross Infant Pack 1/B, South-Africa, REF M272403C, Sterile EO. The Affinity Pediatric Arterial Filters are single-use, sterile, nonpyrogenic devices designed to filter microemboli greater than the specified micron size from the circuit for periods up to 6 hours during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery. These devices are available both in an uncoated and a Carmeda coated option. The Carmeda coating is a BioActive surface that is non-leaching and provides a thromboresistant blood contact surface.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot Numbers: 12635577 and 12637041 Updated infrormation on 9/6/13 to include Lot # 12645672
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Medtronic Inc. Cardiac Rhythm Disease Management
- Reason for Recall:
- Medtronic is recalling 148 Affinity Pediatric Arterial Filters from 2 manufacturing lots because a limited quantity of filters may have a small breach in the filter media that may allow unwanted particulate or gaseous emboli to pass through the filter and the outlet of the device, which could result in serious injury to a pediatric patient including neurological damage, or potential patient death.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Medtronic Affinity Pediatric Arterial Filter, model number S4014, sterilized using ethylene oxide. Recall Update 9/6/13: Medtronic, Red cross Infant Pack 1/B, South-Africa, REF M272403C, Sterile EO. The Affinity Pediatric Arterial Filters are single-use, sterile, nonpyrogenic devices designed to filter microemboli greater than the specified micron size from the circuit for periods up to 6 hours during cardiopulmonary bypass surgery. These devices are available both in an uncoated and a Carmeda coated option. The Carmeda coating is a BioActive surface that is non-leaching and provides a thromboresistant blood contact surface.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot Numbers: 12635577 and 12637041 Updated infrormation on 9/6/13 to include Lot # 12645672
Distribution:
Distributed in: US, MS, IL
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1966-2013
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