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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custom tubing pack for cardiopulmonary bypass - Product Code DWE
Causa
One lot of custom perfusion sets, catalog 2t10r1 was incorrectly assembled. the one way vacuum relief valve on the 102 inch line is attached backwards, thus preventing flow.
Acción
There was only one customer. The customer was sent a letter on December 29, 2006, requesting that the impacted product be disposed of or returned to Medtronic for disposal.
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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cell analyzer - Product Code GKZ
Causa
Two workflow scenarios associated with renaming regions may produce incorrect results.
Acción
A Product Corrective Action (PCA) letter was sent on the week of August 29, 2006 to all accounts that have an FC500 or have ordered CXP or MXP software to inform them that a) incorrect statistics are generated when a polygonal region with vertical re-entrant vertices is renamed using the Region Properties dialog box. b)when a region is copied from one plot to another, and then the new region is renamed, the statistics are not updated with the new region name. (Letter was sent by US mail). Letter includes immediate user preventive action to remedy both issues. A response form is included for consignees to return to recalling firm.
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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patient lift - Product Code FSA
Causa
There is the potential for the slings to come apart, potentially allowing injury to the patient.
Acción
Arjo sent Urgent Device Field Correction Recall Notice letters dated 1/9/07 via FedEx to the end user accounts who received the affected slings, advising them of the potential for the slings to come apart. They were instructed to remove the affected slings from use and replace them with the slings enclosed with the letter, complete the enclosed customer response form, and return the form and the original recalled slings, using the pre-paid call tag provided. If they have any questions or require additional, they were instructed to contact the Arjo Quality Department at 800-323-1245, ext. 6140.
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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patient lift - Product Code FSA
Causa
There is the potential for the slings to come apart, potentially allowing injury to the patient.
Acción
Arjo sent Urgent Device Field Correction Recall Notice letters dated 1/9/07 via FedEx to the end user accounts who received the affected slings, advising them of the potential for the slings to come apart. They were instructed to remove the affected slings from use and replace them with the slings enclosed with the letter, complete the enclosed customer response form, and return the form and the original recalled slings, using the pre-paid call tag provided. If they have any questions or require additional, they were instructed to contact the Arjo Quality Department at 800-323-1245, ext. 6140.
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
patient lift - Product Code FSA
Causa
There is the potential for the slings to come apart, potentially allowing injury to the patient.
Acción
Arjo sent Urgent Device Field Correction Recall Notice letters dated 1/9/07 via FedEx to the end user accounts who received the affected slings, advising them of the potential for the slings to come apart. They were instructed to remove the affected slings from use and replace them with the slings enclosed with the letter, complete the enclosed customer response form, and return the form and the original recalled slings, using the pre-paid call tag provided. If they have any questions or require additional, they were instructed to contact the Arjo Quality Department at 800-323-1245, ext. 6140.
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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ventilator - Product Code CBK
Causa
Reported failures of the servo-i ventilators user interface system causing technical errors and increased fault frequencies. switches may be activated unintentionally, or a function not activate when the switch is selected. direct access knobs may not function or change the parameter in the wrong direction compared to how they are turned.
Acción
Maquet sent an ''Extended Warranty'' letter on May 23, 2006. On March 13, 2007, Maquet issued a Recall Notification letter to all customers stating that they will replace all PC1777 boards in the serial number range 2400-3300, which have not previously been replaced. A safety alert letter was included outlining the failure indication and effect for the user of the failures, as well as, how to identify whether the Servo-i unit has shown any failure indications.
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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in vitro diagnostic - Product Code JIT
Causa
The diluent in the d-10 dual program calibrator reorder packs is defective, and can cause early calibration failure or elevated control and sample recovery results.
Acción
The firm has issued phone calls and faxes to its US consignees starting 11/17/2006 and International notices began on 11/20/2006 explaining the reason for the recall and requesting the product be disposed.
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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Ventilator System - Product Code CBK
Causa
The connection of certain nebulizers to the built in driver has lead to reduced or no nebulization effect on the servo-i ventilator.
Acción
Maquet Critical Care issued an ''Extended Warranty'' letter on 5/23/2006. On March 13, 2007, Maquet modified its recall strategy and issued a Recall Notification letter accompanied by a Safety Alert letter to all customers with Servo-i ventilators, serial numbers in the 14000-22772 range, with Servo nebulizer installed. The Safety Alert letter provides customers with information on how to identify if the unit is affected, and how to identify if the unit has shown any failures, as well as, any precautions. Firm initiated recall is on-going
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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Catheter - Product Code FOZ
Causa
These catheters do not include the proximal sidehole as required by the specification.
Acción
Consignees were notified by phone on 1/2/07 and instructed to return the product.
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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cell analyzer - Product Code GKZ
Causa
Two workflow scenarios associated with renaming regions may produce incorrect results.
Acción
A Product Corrective Action (PCA) letter was sent on the week of August 29, 2006 to all accounts that have an FC500 or have ordered CXP or MXP software to inform them that a) incorrect statistics are generated when a polygonal region with vertical re-entrant vertices is renamed using the Region Properties dialog box. b)when a region is copied from one plot to another, and then the new region is renamed, the statistics are not updated with the new region name. (Letter was sent by US mail). Letter includes immediate user preventive action to remedy both issues. A response form is included for consignees to return to recalling firm.
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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arterial perfusion cannulae - Product Code DWF
Causa
The cannula connector is an incorrect size: it is actually 1/4" by 3/8" instead of the correct 1/4" by 1/4".
Acción
Consignee was notified via telephone on 12/7/06 and returned the product.
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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arterial perfusion cannulae - Product Code DWF
Causa
The cannula connector is an incorrect size: it is actually 1/4" by 3/8" instead of the correct 1/4" by 1/4".
Acción
Consignee was notified via telephone on 12/7/06 and returned the product.
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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Critical Care Ventilator - Product Code CBK
Causa
There are two unique conditions with the engstrom carestation that require corrective action. these include an anomaly in the control of the safety relief valve and a situation where the display unit may reset.
Acción
Device Correction Letter to customers was mailed on 2/2/07 giving information about the correction and a short term recommendation until version 4.15 could be installed by a GE representative who would be contacting the customer.
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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Penile Prothesis - Product Code JCW
Causa
The carton labeling does not match the product packaged inside.
Acción
AMS has contacted every account (via e-mail 2/9/2007) that either purchased or implanted the affected product. Unused pieces have been recovered and scrapped.
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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Heating Pad - Product Code IRT
Causa
Heating pads may have a loose electrical connection, which could result in excessive heat being generated that poses a risk of patient burns, fire, and property damage.
Acción
Press release issued on 2/9/07 instructing consumers to return the product to store of purchase or Homedics. Retail stores notified via recall letter issued on 2/9/07. Retail stores are being instructed to accept returns and to post placards to notify customers of the recall.
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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Heating Pad - Product Code IRT
Causa
Heating pads may have a loose electrical connection, which could result in excessive heat being generated that poses a risk of patient burns, fire, and property damage.
Acción
Press release issued on 2/9/07 instructing consumers to return the product to store of purchase or Homedics. Retail stores notified via recall letter issued on 2/9/07. Retail stores are being instructed to accept returns and to post placards to notify customers of the recall.
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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Heating Pad - Product Code IRT
Causa
Heating pads may have a loose electrical connection, which could result in excessive heat being generated that poses a risk of patient burns, fire, and property damage.
Acción
Press release issued on 2/9/07 instructing consumers to return the product to store of purchase or Homedics. Retail stores notified via recall letter issued on 2/9/07. Retail stores are being instructed to accept returns and to post placards to notify customers of the recall.
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
Heating Pad - Product Code IRT
Causa
Heating pads may have a loose electrical connection, which could result in excessive heat being generated that poses a risk of patient burns, fire, and property damage.
Acción
Press release issued on 2/9/07 instructing consumers to return the product to store of purchase or Homedics. Retail stores notified via recall letter issued on 2/9/07. Retail stores are being instructed to accept returns and to post placards to notify customers of the recall.
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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Soft Contact Lenses - Product Code LPM
Causa
Reduced ion permeability.
Acción
Consignees were notified by traceable mail on 01/12/2007. Consignees were advised to locate any of the affected lots and return them to CIBA Vision in accordance with the attached instructions. Returned lenses will be destroyed.
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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endoscope - Product Code FED
Causa
Lack of assurance of sterility, as the packages may not have been sealed.
Acción
Consignees were notified via recall letter dated 1/5/07 and requested to return the product.
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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surgical light - Product Code FTD
Causa
If the mounting plug is improperly adjusted, the unit could separate, come apart, and fall from the mount.
Acción
The firm initially notified consignees of this problem on 11/23/1999 and again on 11/01/2002 and most lights have already been corrected. Remaining consignees with lights in need of correction were notified of the problem via letter dated 1/8/07 and instructed to contact the distributor to have their lights inspected and modified.
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
Penile Prothesis - Product Code JCW
Causa
The carton labeling does not match the product packaged inside.
Acción
AMS has contacted every account (via e-mail 2/9/2007) that either purchased or implanted the affected product. Unused pieces have been recovered and scrapped.
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
surgical light - Product Code FTD
Causa
If the mounting plug is improperly adjusted, the unit could separate, come apart, and fall from the mount.
Acción
The firm initially notified consignees of this problem on 11/23/1999 and again on 11/01/2002 and most lights have already been corrected. Remaining consignees with lights in need of correction were notified of the problem via letter dated 1/8/07 and instructed to contact the distributor to have their lights inspected and modified.
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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diagnostic image analysis - Product Code LLZ
Causa
The centricity pacs ra1000 workstation software may manifest certain mammography image display problems only if the images were acquired through ge senographe versions 2000d, ds or essential.
Acción
GE Healthcare IITS sent recall letters dated 1/12/07 to all customers who have the combination of GE Centricity PACS RA1000 Workstation software versions 2.1.X.X, or 3.0.X.X combined with the GE Senographe 2000D, the Senographe DS, or Senographe Essential mammography scanners, informing them that the entire breast image or a portion of the breast image may not be displayed in the monitor regions and may not be evident to the end-user. To mitigate this problem, the users were provided a Quick Reference Guide detailing how to use the Pan tool to move the image left, right, up and down in order to display any portion of the image that may not be displayed on the screen. The customers were requested to make sure that all necessary physicians and personnel at their location are made aware of the issues and understand the risk mitigation provided. A software patch to permanently resolve the issue will be installed at no charge when it becomes available. Any questions were directed to the GE Customer Care Center at 800-437-1171.
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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ultrasound - Product Code DQO
Causa
The product fails to comply with applicable electronic product performance standard, in that the electromagnetic energy is in excess of the labeled conformance standards for radiated emissions.
Acción
A customer notification was sent December 1, 2006 indicating the need for the correction.