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FDA Devices recall · Reported December 5, 2018

PNEUMOCLEAR Heated High-Flow Tube Set Product Usage: The Heated High-Flow Tube Set is a single use sterile tube set used in combination with the PNEUMOCLEAR C02 insufflator as a separate accessory. The device PNEUMOCLEAR is a C02 insufflator intended for use during diagnostic and/or therapeutic endoscopic procedures to distend a cavity by filling it with gas. The Standard, High Flow/Bariatric, Pediatric and Advanced Flow operating mode of the device are indicated to fill and distend a peri

It is possible that the packaging of the product can be damaged by the prongs on the tube set.

Recall #
Z-0508-2019
Affected scope
124,180 tube sets
Initiated
October 22, 2018
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Wom World of Medicine Ag recalled PNEUMOCLEAR Heated High-Flow Tube Set Product Usage: The Heated High-Flow Tube Set i… - a moderate-severity action.

PNEUMOCLEAR Heated High-Flow Tube Set Product Usage: The Heated High-Flow Tube Set i… was recalled by Wom World of Medicine Ag in December 5, 2018. Reason: It is possible that the packaging of the product can be damaged by the prongs on the tube set.. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0508-2019 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Wom World of Medicine Ag issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-It is possible that the packaging of the product can be damaged by the prongs on the tube set..

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
December 5, 2018
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0508-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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, 6 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.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Product description

PNEUMOCLEAR Heated High-Flow Tube Set Product Usage: The Heated High-Flow Tube Set is a single use sterile tube set used in combination with the PNEUMOCLEAR C02 insufflator as a separate accessory. The device PNEUMOCLEAR is a C02 insufflator intended for use during diagnostic and/or therapeutic endoscopic procedures to distend a cavity by filling it with gas. The Standard, High Flow/Bariatric, Pediatric and Advanced Flow operating mode of the device are indicated to fill and distend a peritoneal cavity with gas during a laparoscopic procedure. The Pediatric operating mode is indicated for pediatric laparoscopic procedures. The Vessel Harvest operating mode is indicated for use during endoscopic vessel harvesting procedures to create a cavity along the saphenous vein or radial artery. The TAMIS operating mode is indicated to fill and distend the rectum and colon using C02 gas during trans anal minimal invasive surgery.

Reason for recall

It is possible that the packaging of the product can be damaged by the prongs on the tube set.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0508-2019
Date reported December 5, 2018
Date initiated October 22, 2018
Recalling firm Wom World of Medicine Ag
Firm location Berlin, N/A
Affected scope 124,180 tube sets
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US in the state of California and country of Netherlands

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
PNEUMOCLEAR Heated High-Flow Tube Set Product Usage: The Heated High-Flow Tube Set is a single use sterile tube set used in combination with the PNEUMOCLEAR C02 insufflator as a separate accessory. The device PNEUMOCLEAR is a C02 insufflator intended for use during diagnostic and/or therapeutic endoscopic procedures to distend a cavity by filling it with gas. The Standard, High Flow/Bariatric, Pediatric and Advanced Flow operating mode of the device are indicated to fill and distend a peritoneal cavity with gas during a laparoscopic procedure. The Pediatric operating mode is indicated for pediatric laparoscopic procedures. The Vessel Harvest operating mode is indicated for use during endoscopic vessel harvesting procedures to create a cavity along the saphenous vein or radial artery. The TAMIS operating mode is indicated to fill and distend the rectum and colon using C02 gas during trans anal minimal invasive surgery.. Recalled by Wom World of Medicine Ag. Units affected: 124,180 tube sets.
Why was this product recalled?
It is possible that the packaging of the product can be damaged by the prongs on the tube set.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 5, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0508-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US in the state of California and country of Netherlands.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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