Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported November 7, 2012
It has come to firm's attention that, in some rare cases, the blood outlet connector on some models of MAQUET Oxygenators may detach from the oxygenator. This event has occurred …
Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc recalled QUADROX iD HMOD 2030 Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator; QUADROX-i ADULT HMO 70000 / HMO 71000… - a moderate-severity action.
QUADROX iD HMOD 2030 Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator; QUADROX-i ADULT HMO 70000 / HMO 71000… was recalled by Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc in November 7, 2012. Reason: It has come to firm's attention that, in some rare cases, the blood outlet connector on some models of MAQUET…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0160-2013 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-It has come to firm's attention that, in some rare cases, the blood outlet connector on some models of MAQUET….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0160-2013 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0160-2013) was formally reported on November 7, 2012, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 12, 2012. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Wayne, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as 23,203 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: It has come to firm's attention that, in some rare cases, the blood outlet connector on some models of MAQUET Oxygenators may detach from the oxygenator. This event has occurred in about 0.01% (1:10,000) of units shipp… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide Distribution. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
23,203 units
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
QUADROX iD HMOD 2030 Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator; QUADROX-i ADULT HMO 70000 / HMO 71000; QUADROX-iD Pediatric HMOD 30000 Product Usage: The QUADROX oxygenators are intended for the use in extracorporeal circulation during cardiopulmonary bypass in cardiac surgery. Within the specified flow rate range, the device oxygenates the blood, eliminates carbon dioxide and regulates blood temperature. The devices utilization period is limited to six hours.
It has come to firm's attention that, in some rare cases, the blood outlet connector on some models of MAQUET Oxygenators may detach from the oxygenator. This event has occurred in about 0.01% (1:10,000) of units shipped.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-0160-2013 |
| Date reported | November 7, 2012 |
| Date initiated | June 12, 2012 |
| Recalling firm | Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc |
| Firm location | Wayne, NJ |
| Affected scope | 23,203 units |
| Distribution | US Nationwide Distribution |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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