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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
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Catheter,intravascular,therapeutic,short-term less than 30 days - Product Code FOZ
Causa
Central venous catheters may not fit over guide wire potentially causing procedure delay.
Acción
Cook sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall dated July 31, 2017 to affected customers. The letter identified the affected product problem and actions to be taken. The letter instructed customers to (1) Examine inventory immediately to determine if you have affected products and quarantine affected products. (2) Return the affected products to Cook Medical with a copy of the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form to receive a product credit. (3) Even if you do not have affected products on hand, you must still complete the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form and send it via fax (812.339.7316) or email (FieldActionsNA@CookMedical.com). (4) Complete and return the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form attached to this letter within 30 days. (5) Report adverse events to Cook Medical Customer Relations by phone at 800.457.4500 or 812.339.2235, Monday through Friday between 7:30 am and 5:00 pm (Eastern time), or by email via CustomerRelationsNA@CookMedical.com.
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
Catheter,intravascular,therapeutic,short-term less than 30 days - Product Code FOZ
Causa
Central venous catheters may not fit over guide wire potentially causing procedure delay.
Acción
Cook sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall dated July 31, 2017 to affected customers. The letter identified the affected product problem and actions to be taken. The letter instructed customers to (1) Examine inventory immediately to determine if you have affected products and quarantine affected products. (2) Return the affected products to Cook Medical with a copy of the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form to receive a product credit. (3) Even if you do not have affected products on hand, you must still complete the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form and send it via fax (812.339.7316) or email (FieldActionsNA@CookMedical.com). (4) Complete and return the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form attached to this letter within 30 days. (5) Report adverse events to Cook Medical Customer Relations by phone at 800.457.4500 or 812.339.2235, Monday through Friday between 7:30 am and 5:00 pm (Eastern time), or by email via CustomerRelationsNA@CookMedical.com.
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
Catheter,intravascular,therapeutic,short-term less than 30 days - Product Code FOZ
Causa
Central venous catheters may not fit over guide wire potentially causing procedure delay.
Acción
Cook sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall dated July 31, 2017 to affected customers. The letter identified the affected product problem and actions to be taken. The letter instructed customers to (1) Examine inventory immediately to determine if you have affected products and quarantine affected products. (2) Return the affected products to Cook Medical with a copy of the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form to receive a product credit. (3) Even if you do not have affected products on hand, you must still complete the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form and send it via fax (812.339.7316) or email (FieldActionsNA@CookMedical.com). (4) Complete and return the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form attached to this letter within 30 days. (5) Report adverse events to Cook Medical Customer Relations by phone at 800.457.4500 or 812.339.2235, Monday through Friday between 7:30 am and 5:00 pm (Eastern time), or by email via CustomerRelationsNA@CookMedical.com.
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
Catheter,intravascular,therapeutic,short-term less than 30 days - Product Code FOZ
Causa
Central venous catheters may not fit over guide wire potentially causing procedure delay.
Acción
Cook sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall dated July 31, 2017 to affected customers. The letter identified the affected product problem and actions to be taken. The letter instructed customers to (1) Examine inventory immediately to determine if you have affected products and quarantine affected products. (2) Return the affected products to Cook Medical with a copy of the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form to receive a product credit. (3) Even if you do not have affected products on hand, you must still complete the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form and send it via fax (812.339.7316) or email (FieldActionsNA@CookMedical.com). (4) Complete and return the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form attached to this letter within 30 days. (5) Report adverse events to Cook Medical Customer Relations by phone at 800.457.4500 or 812.339.2235, Monday through Friday between 7:30 am and 5:00 pm (Eastern time), or by email via CustomerRelationsNA@CookMedical.com.
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 ldpe bag packaging for various highly polished hip and knee implants may adhere to the highly polished surface, leaving residue or material from the ldpe bag on the implant after it is removed from the bag.
Acción
A similar recall was initiated in January 2016 to remove remaining inventory packaged in the old bag. Further evaluation identified additional lots packaged in the old bag that were not included in the January 2016 recall; therefore, resulting in this new recall for the additional lots packaged in the old bag.
A firm, Zimmer Biomet, sent an "Urgent Medical Device Recall" notices dated November 29, 2017 and response forms to customers. The notice described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The Customers should take the following action:
Risk Manager Responsibilities:
1. Review this notification and ensure that affected personnel are aware of the contents.
2. If you have affected product at your facility, assist your Zimmer Biomet sales representative and quarantine all affected product. Your Zimmer Biomet sales representative will remove the affected product from your facility.
3. Complete Attachment 1 Certificate of Acknowledgement and send to CorporateQuality.PostMarket@zimmerbiomet.com. This form must be returned even if you do not have affected products at your facility.
4. Retain a copy of the acknowledgement form with your recall records in the event of a compliance audit of your facilitys documentation.
Distributor Responsibilities:
1. Review this notification and ensure that affected team members are aware of the contents.
2. Immediately locate and quarantine affected product in your inventory.
3. Immediately return all affected product from your distributorship and from affected hospitals within your territory.
a. Complete Attachment 1 Inventory Return Certification Form and send to CorporateQuality.PostMarket@zimmerbiomet.com within three (3) days.
b. For each return, send a copy of Attachment 1 to CorporateQuality.PostMarket@zimmerbiomet.com.
c. Include a hardcopy of Attachment 1 in each carton of your return shipment for immediate processing.
d. Mark RECALL on the outside of the returned cartons.
4. Return the Additi
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
Catheter,intravascular,therapeutic,short-term less than 30 days - Product Code FOZ
Causa
Central venous catheters may not fit over guide wire potentially causing procedure delay.
Acción
Cook sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall dated July 31, 2017 to affected customers. The letter identified the affected product problem and actions to be taken. The letter instructed customers to (1) Examine inventory immediately to determine if you have affected products and quarantine affected products. (2) Return the affected products to Cook Medical with a copy of the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form to receive a product credit. (3) Even if you do not have affected products on hand, you must still complete the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form and send it via fax (812.339.7316) or email (FieldActionsNA@CookMedical.com). (4) Complete and return the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form attached to this letter within 30 days. (5) Report adverse events to Cook Medical Customer Relations by phone at 800.457.4500 or 812.339.2235, Monday through Friday between 7:30 am and 5:00 pm (Eastern time), or by email via CustomerRelationsNA@CookMedical.com.
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
Orthosis, limb brace - Product Code IQI
Causa
3m discovered that the futuro" quick strap ankle brace (cat. #47736en) and ace" brand deluxe ankle brace (cat. #207736) do not have the correct labeling. the products contain natural latex rubber, but do not include the appropriate caution statement.
Acción
The firm initiated their recall by letter on 01/30/2018. The letter stated the following:
"Actions required:
1. Immediately discontinue sale of Futuro" Quick Strap Ankle Brace.
2. Isolate or quarantine any stock of the Futuro" Quick Strap Ankle Brace.
3. Call 1-866-746-2524, option #2, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am 4:30 pm Central time, to arrange for the return of the Futuro" Quick Strap Ankle Brace, Cat# 47736EN.
4. If you have further distributed the Futuro" Quick Strap Ankle Brace, please notify any of your customers at once. Please include a copy of this letter in your communications.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you. Should you have any questions regarding the product and return process, please feel free to contact 3M Customer Service at 1-866-746-2524, option 2, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am 4:30 pm Central Time."
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Orthosis, limb brace - Product Code IQI
Causa
3m discovered that the futuro" quick strap ankle brace (cat. #47736en) and ace" brand deluxe ankle brace (cat. #207736) do not have the correct labeling. the products contain natural latex rubber, but do not include the appropriate caution statement.
Acción
The firm initiated their recall by letter on 01/30/2018. The letter stated the following:
"Actions required:
1. Immediately discontinue sale of Futuro" Quick Strap Ankle Brace.
2. Isolate or quarantine any stock of the Futuro" Quick Strap Ankle Brace.
3. Call 1-866-746-2524, option #2, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am 4:30 pm Central time, to arrange for the return of the Futuro" Quick Strap Ankle Brace, Cat# 47736EN.
4. If you have further distributed the Futuro" Quick Strap Ankle Brace, please notify any of your customers at once. Please include a copy of this letter in your communications.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you. Should you have any questions regarding the product and return process, please feel free to contact 3M Customer Service at 1-866-746-2524, option 2, Monday to Friday, 8:00 am 4:30 pm Central Time."
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
General surgery tray - Product Code LRO
Causa
Deroyal manufactured custom sterile surgical kits containing the terumo over pressure safety valve, which were subsequently recalled by terumo cvs due to reports of 'no flow' through the ops valve.
Acción
The firm, DeRoyal, sent an "URGENT! RECALL NOTICE" letter dated 01/22/18 to its Consignees on 1/22/18 by overnight mail. The firm sent a follow-up "URGENT! RECALL NOTICE" letter dated 1/29/18. The letters described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The Consignees were instructed to identify affected products; place in quarantine; complete and return the Notice of Return Form, even if they no longer held any affected product, to DeRoyal via fax to 865-362-3716 or email to recalls@deroyal.com no later than 3/1/18, and return any product they held in stock. If you have further distributed these products, notify your customers of this recall.
If you have questions or need assistance with the recall, please contact Regulatory Recall Coordinator and Quality Projects Manager at jmarsh@deroyal.com or by phone 865-362-4203 or email us at recalls@deroyal.com.
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 ldpe bag packaging for various highly polished hip and knee implants may adhere to the highly polished surface, leaving residue or material from the ldpe bag on the implant after it is removed from the bag.
Acción
A similar recall was initiated in January 2016 to remove remaining inventory packaged in the old bag. Further evaluation identified additional lots packaged in the old bag that were not included in the January 2016 recall; therefore, resulting in this new recall for the additional lots packaged in the old bag.
A firm, Zimmer Biomet, sent an "Urgent Medical Device Recall" notices dated November 29, 2017 and response forms to customers. The notice described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The Customers should take the following action:
Risk Manager Responsibilities:
1. Review this notification and ensure that affected personnel are aware of the contents.
2. If you have affected product at your facility, assist your Zimmer Biomet sales representative and quarantine all affected product. Your Zimmer Biomet sales representative will remove the affected product from your facility.
3. Complete Attachment 1 Certificate of Acknowledgement and send to CorporateQuality.PostMarket@zimmerbiomet.com. This form must be returned even if you do not have affected products at your facility.
4. Retain a copy of the acknowledgement form with your recall records in the event of a compliance audit of your facilitys documentation.
Distributor Responsibilities:
1. Review this notification and ensure that affected team members are aware of the contents.
2. Immediately locate and quarantine affected product in your inventory.
3. Immediately return all affected product from your distributorship and from affected hospitals within your territory.
a. Complete Attachment 1 Inventory Return Certification Form and send to CorporateQuality.PostMarket@zimmerbiomet.com within three (3) days.
b. For each return, send a copy of Attachment 1 to CorporateQuality.PostMarket@zimmerbiomet.com.
c. Include a hardcopy of Attachment 1 in each carton of your return shipment for immediate processing.
d. Mark RECALL on the outside of the returned cartons.
4. Return the Additi
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.
Software update to correct several issues that include (1)potential data loss, (2) study mix-up, (3) incorrect measurements on multi-frame images, (4) dearchiving issue, and (5) unauthorized access of data due to inadequate permissions for shared folders.
Acción
Siemens released a software update VB20A_HF04 and a Customer Information Letter was sent with Update Instruction SY010/17/P. Service reports for the affected sites will be monitored to ensure the recall was effective.
For further questions, please call (610) 219-6461.
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Stent possibly unable to be fully released form the delivery system.
Acción
Boston Scientific sent an Urgent Medical Device letter dated November 6, 2017 to affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers\ were instructed to immediately discontinue use of the product and remove all affected products from inventory, complete and return the Verification Form, return affected products and provide the notification to any healthcare professionals affected.
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.
Possible sterile barrier breach in the pouch of affinity nt cardiotomy venous reservoir stand alone uncoated and affinity nt cardiotomy venous reservoir stand alone trillium coated products.
Acción
Medtronic sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Letter dated January 16, 2018.
Customer Actions:
Please review your inventory for product affected by this issue.
1.) Immediately identify and quarantine all unused, non-expired, affected product in your inventory.
2.) Return all unused, affected product in your inventory to Medtronic by contacting Customer Service at
1-800-854-3570 Option 4, or accessing My Orders and referencing this communication to initiate a return and credit of unused product. Your Medtronic sales representative can assist you in the return of affected product as necessary.
3.) Complete the enclosed Customer Confirmation Certificate and scan and email to RS.CFQFCA@medtronic.com.
This notice needs to be passed on to all those who need to be aware within your organization or to any organization where the potentially affected products have been transferred. For further questions, please call (763) 526-2494.
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.
Possible sterile barrier breach in the pouch of affinity nt cardiotomy venous reservoir stand alone uncoated and affinity nt cardiotomy venous reservoir stand alone trillium coated products.
Acción
Medtronic sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Letter dated January 16, 2018.
Customer Actions:
Please review your inventory for product affected by this issue.
1.) Immediately identify and quarantine all unused, non-expired, affected product in your inventory.
2.) Return all unused, affected product in your inventory to Medtronic by contacting Customer Service at
1-800-854-3570 Option 4, or accessing My Orders and referencing this communication to initiate a return and credit of unused product. Your Medtronic sales representative can assist you in the return of affected product as necessary.
3.) Complete the enclosed Customer Confirmation Certificate and scan and email to RS.CFQFCA@medtronic.com.
This notice needs to be passed on to all those who need to be aware within your organization or to any organization where the potentially affected products have been transferred. For further questions, please call (763) 526-2494.
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.
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Implant, endosseous, root-form - Product Code DZE
Causa
An 8mm diameter bone tap was laser marked as 7mm diameter and was packed with a 7mm label.
Acción
Consignees were initially called between June 13, 2017 and June 20, 2017. Customer Relations Fax Back forms were completed to document the phone calls. A notification letter was also sent via FedEx or hand-delivered on 6/19/17. All returned product will be scrapped. For further questions, please call (781) 328-3313.
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Causa
Product has latex free symbol on package, yet contains latex components.
Acción
On 3/25/03 the firm contacted their customers by telephone. This was followed by a letter dated 3/25/03. Enclosed with the letter is a response form for the customer to fill out and return to the firm. Product is to be returned to the firm.
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
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peripherally inserted central catheter - Product Code LJS
Causa
Possible leaks on the 3 fr. single lumen and 4 fr. dual lumen powerpicc catheters at the luer hub extension leg junction.
Acción
Customers were notified via letter on approximately 12/28/2017. Instructions include a reminder that if additional extension sets are attached to the luers of the catheters, they should be appropriately secured as per hospital recommended securement protocol, to refrain from having unsupported extension sets that could put stress on the luer extension leg junction of the catheter, and to notify customers if the product was further distributed. Also, the notification contained a statement that Bard Access is in the process of updating their Instructions for Use to include a statement regarding the importance of properly securing additional extension sets per hospital recommended securement protocol.
On 04/11/2018, the recall was expanded and customers were notified via letter, which explained that the previous recall has been expanded to involve return of affected product as well as include product distributed from February 2017 through March 2018. Instructions included to examine inventory for affected product, quarantine and immediately discontinue distribution of the product, complete and return the Business Recall Response Form, arrange for the return of affected product, and notify customers if the product has been further distributed. For distributors, Bard Access Systems requested a customer list so that they could notify their customers.
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
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Intervertebral fusion device with bone graft, lumbar - Product Code MAX
Causa
Potential for intra-operative breakage of driver tips.
Acción
On August 1, 2017, an Urgent Product Recall notice titled "CONCORDE LIFT DRIVER Driver Shaft and Torque Handle" was mailed to customers that received the affected instruments. The letter described the issue, potential hazard, and actions to be taken. The notice instructs customers to cease further distribution or use and to contact a DePuy Synthes Spine sales consultant to return the products subject to recall. Customers are to review, complete, sign, and return the business reply form provided to the firm within 5 business days of receipt of the notification. A copy of the notice should be forwarded to all staff that need to be informed, as well as, any facility that the affected device was further distributed to. Customers should direct any questions regarding this recall to their DePuy Synthes Spine Sales Consultant or the Clarke Madigan, DePuy Synthes Spine Recall Coordinator, at 508-828-609 or DPYUS-SpineFieldActions@its.jnj.com.
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.
Potential for intra-operative breakage of driver tips.
Acción
On August 1, 2017, an Urgent Product Recall notice titled "CONCORDE LIFT DRIVER Driver Shaft and Torque Handle" was mailed to customers that received the affected instruments. The letter described the issue, potential hazard, and actions to be taken. The notice instructs customers to cease further distribution or use and to contact a DePuy Synthes Spine sales consultant to return the products subject to recall. Customers are to review, complete, sign, and return the business reply form provided to the firm within 5 business days of receipt of the notification. A copy of the notice should be forwarded to all staff that need to be informed, as well as, any facility that the affected device was further distributed to. Customers should direct any questions regarding this recall to their DePuy Synthes Spine Sales Consultant or the Clarke Madigan, DePuy Synthes Spine Recall Coordinator, at 508-828-609 or DPYUS-SpineFieldActions@its.jnj.com.
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
Analyzer, chemistry (photometric, discrete), for clinical use - Product Code JJE
Causa
Complaints have been received concerning questionable results on analyzers due to customers utilizing 13 sample tubes without tube adapters.
Acción
Roche Diagnostics Corporation issued Urgent Medical Device Correction (UMDC) notices and Fax Forms to their customers dated 12/18/2017 via UPS Ground (receipt required). Customers are encouraged to do the following Mandatory Steps to improve the vertical alignment and handling of 13 mm sample tubes and false bottom tubes:
FOR cobas e 411 & cobas e 601 analyzers and MODULAR ANALYTICS E 170 module:
1) Always use Roche rack cup adapters with 13 mm tubes
2) Ensure sample tubes are straight
FOR cobas e 411 disk system:
1) Always use 13 mm Sample Disk Tube Adapters (SDTAs) with 13 mm sample tubes.
2) Ensure sample tubes are straight.
3) Ensure 13 mm SDTAs are not exposed to direct sunlight.
4) If a larger diameter tube is left inserted in a 13 mm SDTA for more than 3 days, the adapter may become distorted. Do not insert smaller diameter tubes into distorted adapter as they may not align
correctly.
**All customers are encouraged to DISCARD Analyzer Bulletin 10-009U3.
Follow the care and handling instructions for using adapters as outlined in this Urgent Medical Device Correction (UMDC) and complete & return the UMDC fax form via fax to 1-877-271-1472
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During collimator exchange, the alignment of the collimator cart and detectors may cause a collimator exchange fail, and a collimator may drop to the floor beside the collimator cart. the collimator may be partially supported by the cart (e.G. leaning against the cart), or it may fall/slide all the way to the floor.
Acción
Philips sent an Urgent Field Safety Notice letter dated December 15, 2017 to affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. For questions contact your local Philips representative.
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
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Notas adicionales en la data
Analyzer, chemistry (photometric, discrete), for clinical use - Product Code JJE
Causa
Complaints have been received concerning questionable results on analyzers due to customers utilizing sample 13 mm tubes without tube adapters.
Acción
Roche Diagnostics Corporation issued Urgent Medical Device Correction (UMDC) notices and Fax Forms to their customers dated 12/18/2017 via UPS Ground (receipt required). Customers are encouraged to do the following Mandatory Steps to improve the vertical alignment and handling of 13 mm sample tubes and false bottom tubes:
FOR cobas e 411 & cobas e 601 analyzers and MODULAR ANALYTICS E 170 module:
1) Always use Roche rack cup adapters with 13 mm tubes
2) Ensure sample tubes are straight
FOR cobas e 411 disk system:
1) Always use 13 mm Sample Disk Tube Adapters (SDTAs) with 13 mm sample tubes.
2) Ensure sample tubes are straight.
3) Ensure 13 mm SDTAs are not exposed to direct sunlight.
4) If a larger diameter tube is left inserted in a 13 mm SDTA for more than 3 days, the adapter may become distorted. Do not insert smaller diameter tubes into distorted adapter as they may not align
correctly.
**All customers are encouraged to DISCARD Analyzer Bulletin 10-009U3.
Follow the care and handling instructions for using adapters as outlined in this Urgent Medical Device Correction (UMDC) and complete & return the UMDC fax form via fax to 1-877-271-1472
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
Analyzer, chemistry (photometric, discrete), for clinical use - Product Code JJE
Causa
Complaints have been received concerning questionable results on analyzers due to customers utilizing 13 mm sample tubes without tube adapters.
Acción
Roche Diagnostics Corporation issued Urgent Medical Device Correction (UMDC) notices and Fax Forms to their customers dated 12/18/2017 via UPS Ground (receipt required). Customers are encouraged to do the following Mandatory Steps to improve the vertical alignment and handling of 13 mm sample tubes and false bottom tubes:
FOR cobas e 411 & cobas e 601 analyzers and MODULAR ANALYTICS E 170 module:
1) Always use Roche rack cup adapters with 13 mm tubes
2) Ensure sample tubes are straight
FOR cobas e 411 disk system:
1) Always use 13 mm Sample Disk Tube Adapters (SDTAs) with 13 mm sample tubes.
2) Ensure sample tubes are straight.
3) Ensure 13 mm SDTAs are not exposed to direct sunlight.
4) If a larger diameter tube is left inserted in a 13 mm SDTA for more than 3 days, the adapter may become distorted. Do not insert smaller diameter tubes into distorted adapter as they may not align
correctly.
**All customers are encouraged to DISCARD Analyzer Bulletin 10-009U3.
Follow the care and handling instructions for using adapters as outlined in this Urgent Medical Device Correction (UMDC) and complete & return the UMDC fax form via fax to 1-877-271-1472
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Stopcock, i.V. Set - Product Code FMG
Causa
The infusion sets were manufactured with an incorrect spin collar.
Acción
The firm, ICU Medical Inc., sent an "URGENT: Medical Device Recall Notification" letter dated 2/5/2018 to its customers via UPS on 2/5/2018 in the U.S. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to: inspect your inventory for specific product and lot numbers; quarantine all affected devices; complete and return the Recall Response Form as applicable (even if you have no affected devices) via Fax to: 1-866-899-7474 or email to: ICUMedical2805@stericycle.com; if you have distributed the product further, notify your accounts that received the product and ask them to contact Stericycle at 1-866-629-6182 (M-F, 8am-5pm ET) to receive a Response Form. Return affected product to Stericycle using labels provided, if you have not received a return label or reply form or require additional assistance, please contact Stericycle at 1-866-629-6182 (M-F, 8am-5pm) the return labels are for single use only. For additional labels visit http://expertezlabel.com.
For further inquiries, please contact ICU Medical Inc. for Global Complaint Management at ProductComplaintsPP@icumed.com or ICU Customer Service at 1-866-829-9025, option 2 (M-F, 8:30am-4pm PT).
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
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Stopcock, i.V. Set - Product Code FMG
Causa
The infusion sets were manufactured with an incorrect spin collar.
Acción
The firm, ICU Medical Inc., sent an "URGENT: Medical Device Recall Notification" letter dated 2/5/2018 to its customers via UPS on 2/5/2018 in the U.S. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to: inspect your inventory for specific product and lot numbers; quarantine all affected devices; complete and return the Recall Response Form as applicable (even if you have no affected devices) via Fax to: 1-866-899-7474 or email to: ICUMedical2805@stericycle.com; if you have distributed the product further, notify your accounts that received the product and ask them to contact Stericycle at 1-866-629-6182 (M-F, 8am-5pm ET) to receive a Response Form. Return affected product to Stericycle using labels provided, if you have not received a return label or reply form or require additional assistance, please contact Stericycle at 1-866-629-6182 (M-F, 8am-5pm) the return labels are for single use only. For additional labels visit http://expertezlabel.com.
For further inquiries, please contact ICU Medical Inc. for Global Complaint Management at ProductComplaintsPP@icumed.com or ICU Customer Service at 1-866-829-9025, option 2 (M-F, 8:30am-4pm PT).