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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

220/240V AC, Advanced Perfusion System Platform (APS) The Terumo¿ Advanced Perfusion System 1 is indicated for use for up to 6 hours on the extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures, when used by a qualified medical professional who is experienced in the operation of this or similar equipment.

Reported: December 5, 2012 Initiated: November 14, 2012 #Z-0436-2013

Product Description

220/240V AC, Advanced Perfusion System Platform (APS) The Terumo¿ Advanced Perfusion System 1 is indicated for use for up to 6 hours on the extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures, when used by a qualified medical professional who is experienced in the operation of this or similar equipment.

Reason for Recall

Terumo Cardiovascular System (TCVS) has received reports of a situation where users experienced a total loss of functionality for some System 1 units. The reports indicate that the units went blank and shut down with no sign of power and battery backup did not initiate. The result is all pumps stop, with no safety system functionality, and the battery would not be activated. The user would be

Details

Units Affected
1647 units total
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution--USA (nationwide) including the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, and WV.
Location
Ann Arbor, MI

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
220/240V AC, Advanced Perfusion System Platform (APS) The Terumo¿ Advanced Perfusion System 1 is indicated for use for up to 6 hours on the extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures, when used by a qualified medical professional who is experienced in the operation of this or similar equipment.. Recalled by Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation. Units affected: 1647 units total.
Why was this product recalled?
Terumo Cardiovascular System (TCVS) has received reports of a situation where users experienced a total loss of functionality for some System 1 units. The reports indicate that the units went blank and shut down with no sign of power and battery backup did not initiate. The result is all pumps stop, with no safety system functionality, and the battery would not be activated. The user would be
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 5, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0436-2013.