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FDA Devices Low Class III Terminated

HeartStart XL+ Defibrillator/Monitor The HeartStart XL+ is intended for use in a hospital setting by qualified medical personnel trained in the operation of the device and qualified by training in basic life support, advanced life support, or defibrillation. It must be used by or on the order of a physician. When operating as a semi-automatic external defibrillator in AED Mode, the HeartStart XL+ is suitable for use by medical personnel trained in basic life support that includes use of an AE

Reported: March 21, 2018 Initiated: February 7, 2018 #Z-0978-2018

Product Description

HeartStart XL+ Defibrillator/Monitor The HeartStart XL+ is intended for use in a hospital setting by qualified medical personnel trained in the operation of the device and qualified by training in basic life support, advanced life support, or defibrillation. It must be used by or on the order of a physician. When operating as a semi-automatic external defibrillator in AED Mode, the HeartStart XL+ is suitable for use by medical personnel trained in basic life support that includes use of an AED. When operating in Monitor, Manual Defib, or Pacer Mode, the HeartStart XL+ is suitable for use by healthcare professionals trained in advanced life support.

Reason for Recall

Update XL¿ device software to version A.03. This includes enhancements to the Operational Checks, event logs, and troubleshooting messages that provide as complete of information as needed to users on device readiness.

Details

Units Affected
4315
Distribution
Foreign Only - China
Location
Andover, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
HeartStart XL+ Defibrillator/Monitor The HeartStart XL+ is intended for use in a hospital setting by qualified medical personnel trained in the operation of the device and qualified by training in basic life support, advanced life support, or defibrillation. It must be used by or on the order of a physician. When operating as a semi-automatic external defibrillator in AED Mode, the HeartStart XL+ is suitable for use by medical personnel trained in basic life support that includes use of an AED. When operating in Monitor, Manual Defib, or Pacer Mode, the HeartStart XL+ is suitable for use by healthcare professionals trained in advanced life support.. Recalled by Philips Electronics North America Corporation. Units affected: 4315.
Why was this product recalled?
Update XL¿ device software to version A.03. This includes enhancements to the Operational Checks, event logs, and troubleshooting messages that provide as complete of information as needed to users on device readiness.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 21, 2018. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-0978-2018.