**Recall Expanded to add these models: Bigger Better-Bladder cardiopulmonary bypass blood reservoir; Models: BBB38 (individual, sterile, pouched) and BBB38NS (sold bulk to kit manufacturers)
Reported: March 7, 2018 Initiated: September 22, 2017 #Z-1171-2018
Product Description
**Recall Expanded to add these models: Bigger Better-Bladder cardiopulmonary bypass blood reservoir; Models: BBB38 (individual, sterile, pouched) and BBB38NS (sold bulk to kit manufacturers)
Reason for Recall
The device is used as part of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) cardiopulmonary bypass circuits and may collapse during use which can increase resistance to flow in the venous line and cause a drop in circuit blood flow.
Details
- Recalling Firm
- Circulatory Technology Inc
- Units Affected
- 410
- Distribution
- **Requested update** Distributed in 19 states: AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MD, MO, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, and the District of Columbia.
- Location
- Oyster Bay, NY
Frequently Asked Questions
What product was recalled? ▼
**Recall Expanded to add these models: Bigger Better-Bladder cardiopulmonary bypass blood reservoir; Models: BBB38 (individual, sterile, pouched) and BBB38NS (sold bulk to kit manufacturers). Recalled by Circulatory Technology Inc. Units affected: 410.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The device is used as part of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) cardiopulmonary bypass circuits and may collapse during use which can increase resistance to flow in the venous line and cause a drop in circuit blood flow.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 7, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1171-2018.
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