U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
G1 dissection tools are not compatible with all attachments listed on the labeling; g1 cutting tools are labeled with a specified shaft exposure which may not be consistent when used with each attachment on the product label. shaft exposure may be greater.
Acción
Anspach sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall (Correction) letter of Anspach G1 Dissection Tools dated May 6, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were not required to return their inventory of GI Dissection tools. Customers were instructed to complete, sign, and return the attached reply form confirming receipt of the letter by fax or email. Customers were also instructed to forward the letter as appropriate immediately. Customers with questions should contact the Complaint Handling Unit Manager at 561-494-3673 or contact their Anspach Sales Representative.
For questions regarding this recall call 561-627-1080.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
G1 dissection tools are not compatible with all attachments listed on the labeling; g1 cutting tools are labeled with a specified shaft exposure which may not be consistent when used with each attachment on the product label. shaft exposure may be greater.
Acción
Anspach sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall (Correction) letter of Anspach G1 Dissection Tools dated May 6, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were not required to return their inventory of GI Dissection tools. Customers were instructed to complete, sign, and return the attached reply form confirming receipt of the letter by fax or email. Customers were also instructed to forward the letter as appropriate immediately. Customers with questions should contact the Complaint Handling Unit Manager at 561-494-3673 or contact their Anspach Sales Representative.
For questions regarding this recall call 561-627-1080.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
G1 dissection tools are not compatible with all attachments listed on the labeling; g1 cutting tools are labeled with a specified shaft exposure which may not be consistent when used with each attachment on the product label. shaft exposure may be greater.
Acción
Anspach sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall (Correction) letter of Anspach G1 Dissection Tools dated May 6, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were not required to return their inventory of GI Dissection tools. Customers were instructed to complete, sign, and return the attached reply form confirming receipt of the letter by fax or email. Customers were also instructed to forward the letter as appropriate immediately. Customers with questions should contact the Complaint Handling Unit Manager at 561-494-3673 or contact their Anspach Sales Representative.
For questions regarding this recall call 561-627-1080.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
G1 dissection tools are not compatible with all attachments listed on the labeling; g1 cutting tools are labeled with a specified shaft exposure which may not be consistent when used with each attachment on the product label. shaft exposure may be greater.
Acción
Anspach sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall (Correction) letter of Anspach G1 Dissection Tools dated May 6, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were not required to return their inventory of GI Dissection tools. Customers were instructed to complete, sign, and return the attached reply form confirming receipt of the letter by fax or email. Customers were also instructed to forward the letter as appropriate immediately. Customers with questions should contact the Complaint Handling Unit Manager at 561-494-3673 or contact their Anspach Sales Representative.
For questions regarding this recall call 561-627-1080.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
G1 dissection tools are not compatible with all attachments listed on the labeling; g1 cutting tools are labeled with a specified shaft exposure which may not be consistent when used with each attachment on the product label. shaft exposure may be greater.
Acción
Anspach sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall (Correction) letter of Anspach G1 Dissection Tools dated May 6, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were not required to return their inventory of GI Dissection tools. Customers were instructed to complete, sign, and return the attached reply form confirming receipt of the letter by fax or email. Customers were also instructed to forward the letter as appropriate immediately. Customers with questions should contact the Complaint Handling Unit Manager at 561-494-3673 or contact their Anspach Sales Representative.
For questions regarding this recall call 561-627-1080.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
G1 dissection tools are not compatible with all attachments listed on the labeling; g1 cutting tools are labeled with a specified shaft exposure which may not be consistent when used with each attachment on the product label. shaft exposure may be greater.
Acción
Anspach sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall (Correction) letter of Anspach G1 Dissection Tools dated May 6, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were not required to return their inventory of GI Dissection tools. Customers were instructed to complete, sign, and return the attached reply form confirming receipt of the letter by fax or email. Customers were also instructed to forward the letter as appropriate immediately. Customers with questions should contact the Complaint Handling Unit Manager at 561-494-3673 or contact their Anspach Sales Representative.
For questions regarding this recall call 561-627-1080.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
G1 dissection tools are not compatible with all attachments listed on the labeling; g1 cutting tools are labeled with a specified shaft exposure which may not be consistent when used with each attachment on the product label. shaft exposure may be greater.
Acción
Anspach sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall (Correction) letter of Anspach G1 Dissection Tools dated May 6, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were not required to return their inventory of GI Dissection tools. Customers were instructed to complete, sign, and return the attached reply form confirming receipt of the letter by fax or email. Customers were also instructed to forward the letter as appropriate immediately. Customers with questions should contact the Complaint Handling Unit Manager at 561-494-3673 or contact their Anspach Sales Representative.
For questions regarding this recall call 561-627-1080.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
G1 dissection tools are not compatible with all attachments listed on the labeling; g1 cutting tools are labeled with a specified shaft exposure which may not be consistent when used with each attachment on the product label. shaft exposure may be greater.
Acción
Anspach sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall (Correction) letter of Anspach G1 Dissection Tools dated May 6, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were not required to return their inventory of GI Dissection tools. Customers were instructed to complete, sign, and return the attached reply form confirming receipt of the letter by fax or email. Customers were also instructed to forward the letter as appropriate immediately. Customers with questions should contact the Complaint Handling Unit Manager at 561-494-3673 or contact their Anspach Sales Representative.
For questions regarding this recall call 561-627-1080.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
G1 dissection tools are not compatible with all attachments listed on the labeling; g1 cutting tools are labeled with a specified shaft exposure which may not be consistent when used with each attachment on the product label. shaft exposure may be greater.
Acción
Anspach sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall (Correction) letter of Anspach G1 Dissection Tools dated May 6, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were not required to return their inventory of GI Dissection tools. Customers were instructed to complete, sign, and return the attached reply form confirming receipt of the letter by fax or email. Customers were also instructed to forward the letter as appropriate immediately. Customers with questions should contact the Complaint Handling Unit Manager at 561-494-3673 or contact their Anspach Sales Representative.
For questions regarding this recall call 561-627-1080.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
G1 dissection tools are not compatible with all attachments listed on the labeling; g1 cutting tools are labeled with a specified shaft exposure which may not be consistent when used with each attachment on the product label. shaft exposure may be greater.
Acción
Anspach sent an Urgent Notice: Medical Device Recall (Correction) letter of Anspach G1 Dissection Tools dated May 6, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were not required to return their inventory of GI Dissection tools. Customers were instructed to complete, sign, and return the attached reply form confirming receipt of the letter by fax or email. Customers were also instructed to forward the letter as appropriate immediately. Customers with questions should contact the Complaint Handling Unit Manager at 561-494-3673 or contact their Anspach Sales Representative.
For questions regarding this recall call 561-627-1080.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
System, x-ray, tomography, computed - Product Code JAK
Causa
A calibrated torque wrench malfunctioned at the supplier leading to possible incorrect torque of x-ray tube mounting fasteners.
Acción
Philips sent an Urgent - Field Safety Notice dated April 13, 2015, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer.
Philips Healthcare is recommending to stop the use of your system until the X-ray tube mounting fasteners are replaced.
In addition, a Philips Field Service Engineer (FSE) will service your system via a
Mandatory Field Change Order (FCO 72800638). A Philips FSE will contact you
to schedule this appointment.
If you need any further information or support concerning this issue, please contact your local Philips representative or your local Philips Healthcare office.
This notice has been submitted to the appropriate Regulatory Agency.
Philips apologizes for any inconveniences this problem has caused your organization. For further questions please call (440) 483-7600.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Cannula, sinus - Product Code KAM
Causa
Acclarent determined that one single relieva flex sinus guide catheter was distributed past it's expiry date.
Acción
Acclarent sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated May 2015 to affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed that if the affected catheter is still in inventory, it should be isolated and returned to Acclarent per instructions.
Questions should be addressed to Gabriel Alfageme, Field Action Coordinator at 1-650-687-5398.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Pump, infusion, insulin - Product Code LZG
Causa
Roche has become aware of an increase of mechanical errors experienced by customers using the accu-chek spirit combo insulin infusion pump and accu-chek spirit insulin infusion pump when the insulin pumps display e6 and el0 error messages.
if the user does not act upon the e6 and e10 error messages appropriately, insulin delivery will be stopped and if unnoticed may lead to severe hyperglycemia u.
Acción
Roche sent an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION notification dated April 22, 2015, to all affected customers. The letter identified the problem the product and the action needed to be taken by the customer.
The recall notification included a description of the reason for the recall, customer responsibilities, training chart, and instructions for responding to the formal recall notification. Please contact the ACCU-CHEK Customer Care Service Center, 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1-800-688-4578, if you have questions about the information contained in this notification.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Pump, infusion, insulin - Product Code LZG
Causa
Roche has become aware of an increase of mechanical errors experienced by customers using the accu-chek spirit combo insulin infusion pump and accu-chek spirit insulin infusion pump when the insulin pumps display e6 and el0 error messages.
if the user does not act upon the e6 and e10 error messages appropriately, insulin delivery will be stopped and if unnoticed may lead to severe hyperglycemia u.
Acción
Roche sent an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION notification dated April 22, 2015, to all affected customers. The letter identified the problem the product and the action needed to be taken by the customer.
The recall notification included a description of the reason for the recall, customer responsibilities, training chart, and instructions for responding to the formal recall notification. Please contact the ACCU-CHEK Customer Care Service Center, 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 1-800-688-4578, if you have questions about the information contained in this notification.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Ventricular (assisst) bypass - Product Code DSQ
Causa
Complaints with the hvad internal controller alarm battery failures.
Acción
Urgent Medical Device Correction letters were sent to customers. The letter identified the affected product, as well as the reason for the recall and risks involved. HeartWare requests that customers review and familiarize themselves with the letter and "Patient Communication," and ensure that all necessary individuals are aware. Patients currently being supported by the device should be identified and given the "Patient Communication." A HeartWare representative can provide assistance with that process if needed. The "Acknowledgement and Completion Form" should be completed, signed, and returned within 30 days of the receipt of the letter. Customers can contact their local HeartWare representative with questions or concerns. Clinical Support personnel are also available at 1-888-494-6365.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Ventricular (assisst) bypass - Product Code DSQ
Causa
Complaints with the hvad abnormal power source switching.
Acción
HeartWare sent an Urgent Medical Device Correction letter to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to review the enclosed Patient Communication and familiarize the contents, forward the notice to those individuals withing their organization who need to be aware of its contents, identify their patients currently supported by the HVAD System, distribute the Patient Communication to their patients via FedEX or some other reliable means of communication. Customers with questions were instructed to contact their HeartWare representative should they need any assistance with the process. Customers were asked to complete, sign, and return the Acknowledgement and Completion Form to HeartWare. Customers with quesitons were instructed to call 1-888-494-6365.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Ventricular (assisst) bypass - Product Code DSQ
Causa
Complaints with the hvad discolored and cracked driveline outer sheath.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Ventricular (assisst) bypass - Product Code DSQ
Causa
Complaints with the hvad retraction of pins within the driveline connector.
Acción
Urgent Medical Device Correction letters, dated APR2015, were sent to users. The letters identified the affected device, as well as the reason for the recall and risks involved. Users were asked to review and familiarize themselves with the notice and "Patient Communication." The notice should be forwarded to anyone within customers' organization that need to be aware. Customers are to identify their patients who are currently supported by the HVAD System and distribute the "Patient Communication" to them. A HeartWare representative can assist with that process is needed. Customers should continue to reinforce the messages in the notice with their patients. The "Acknowledgement and Completion Form" should be completed, signed, and returned within 30 days of receipt of the notice. Questions or concerns should be directed to a local HeartWare representative. Clinical Support is also available at 1-888-494-6365.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
The entire scope of 4.5mm cortical screws listed as compatible with the m/dn system is not compatible with the m/dn system. this has the potential to lead to a situation in which the screw would bind upon entering the nail and have to be removed during the surgery or removal of the screw after fracture healing.
Acción
Zimmer sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated April, 29, 2015, to all affected customers.On 4/29/2015. The recall notification included a description of the reason for the recall, affected product, consignee responsibilities, and instructions for responding to the formal recall notification. Customers were instructed to review the notification and ensure affected personnel are aware of the contents. Locate all affected product and quarantine them immediately. Return the recalled product along with completed Inventory Return Certification Form. Notify Zimmer of any further distribution of the affected product. In addition, identify the surgeons and hospitals that you have identified using the provided spreadsheet. For further questions call the customer call center at 1-877-946-2761.