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McKesson Anesthesia Care Product Usage: The McKesson Anesthesia Care system is a computer based system which collects, processes,and records data both through manual entry and from monitors which themselves are attached to patients, such as in the operating room environment. The system provides clinical decision support by communicating potential Adverse Drug Event alerts proactively during the pre-anesthesia evaluation and at the point-of-care. The system is generally indicated in the anest

Reported: March 12, 2014 Initiated: March 15, 2013 #Z-1060-2014 10 units

MCKESSON TECHNOLOGIES INC. issued this FDA Devices recall on March 12, 2014. Classified as Critical severity (Class I). Approximately 10 units are affected. The recall was issued because: There was an occurrence where the patient case data did not match the patient data when the case was recalled in the An…. This recall notice is sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Below you will find the complete product description, hazard information, remedy instructions, and related recalls from the same manufacturer or product category.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1060-2014) was formally reported on March 12, 2014, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 15, 2013. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. MCKESSON TECHNOLOGIES INC. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Durham, NC. Federal records indicate 10 units are affected.

The documented reason for this recall is: There was an occurrence where the patient case data did not match the patient data when the case was recalled in the Anesthesia Care Record (ACR) in that it included data from another case. Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide Distribution including CA, GA, IN, KY, MD, MI, OH, OK, and WA.. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

To put this record in context, PlainRecalls indexes 83,949 recalls across the FDA, CPSC, NHTSA and USDA FSIS going back to 1995. Within the same product category, the database holds 6 closely related recalls, of which 6 were also issued by FDA Devices. That clustering is a signal — repeated actions in a narrow category often indicate a systemic quality-control issue, a supplier-wide contamination, or a design defect that has propagated across product lines. This recall is roughly 12 years old; older recalls can remain relevant because many units enter resale, rental, and secondary-market channels where the original warning never reaches the end user. Always cross-check the recall number against the official agency page before relying on any summary.

Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity1Class I (Critical)Class II (Moderate)Class III (Low)
Recall Distribution by Severity Class

Severity

Critical

Units Affected

10

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Recall Progress (industry avg ~60%) 60.0%

Product Description

McKesson Anesthesia Care Product Usage: The McKesson Anesthesia Care system is a computer based system which collects, processes,and records data both through manual entry and from monitors which themselves are attached to patients, such as in the operating room environment. The system provides clinical decision support by communicating potential Adverse Drug Event alerts proactively during the pre-anesthesia evaluation and at the point-of-care. The system is generally indicated in the anesthetizing environment when the anesthesia provider decides to perform a patient assessment, to generate a paper and/or electronic record of the administration of anesthesia to a patient, and to document care.

Reason for Recall

There was an occurrence where the patient case data did not match the patient data when the case was recalled in the Anesthesia Care Record (ACR) in that it included data from another case.

Details

Units Affected
10
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution including CA, GA, IN, KY, MD, MI, OH, OK, and WA.
Location
Durham, NC

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-1060-2014
Date reported March 12, 2014
Date initiated March 15, 2013
Recalling firm MCKESSON TECHNOLOGIES INC.
Units affected 10
Distribution Nationwide Distribution including CA, GA, IN, KY, MD, MI, OH, OK, and WA.

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

Scale of Impact

10 units affected — limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units)
Large-scale (100K – 1M units)
Massive (≥1M units)

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
McKesson Anesthesia Care Product Usage: The McKesson Anesthesia Care system is a computer based system which collects, processes,and records data both through manual entry and from monitors which themselves are attached to patients, such as in the operating room environment. The system provides clinical decision support by communicating potential Adverse Drug Event alerts proactively during the pre-anesthesia evaluation and at the point-of-care. The system is generally indicated in the anesthetizing environment when the anesthesia provider decides to perform a patient assessment, to generate a paper and/or electronic record of the administration of anesthesia to a patient, and to document care.. Recalled by MCKESSON TECHNOLOGIES INC.. Units affected: 10.
Why was this product recalled?
There was an occurrence where the patient case data did not match the patient data when the case was recalled in the Anesthesia Care Record (ACR) in that it included data from another case.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 12, 2014. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-1060-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide Distribution including CA, GA, IN, KY, MD, MI, OH, OK, and WA..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1060-2014) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
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.

Recall Context

Product recalls are issued when a manufacturer, distributor, or federal agency determines that a product poses a safety risk to consumers. This recall is classified as critical severity, meaning the product carries a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death. Across PlainRecalls, we track 83,000+ recalls from FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA to help consumers stay informed and act quickly when safety issues arise.

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Data Sources

Data as of 2025. Source: FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS federal recall databases.

  • Source: FDA — Food and Drug Administration, openFDA Enforcement API (food, drug, and medical device recalls)
  • Source: CPSC — Consumer Product Safety Commission Recalls API (consumer product recalls and hazards)
  • Source: NHTSA — National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Recalls API (vehicle safety recalls)
  • Source: USDA FSIS — Food Safety and Inspection Service (meat, poultry, and egg product recalls)

Recall information is sourced from official federal agency databases. Always verify recall details with the issuing agency for the most current status. This information is for research and awareness purposes only.

All federal data sources used on this page

Source: Federal recall agencies (FDA, CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS) Aggregated multi-agency recall feeds · 2024 Recall data normalized across federal agency feeds; severity classifications follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC, NHTSA, USDA FSIS).