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FDA Devices recall · Reported June 3, 2015

Quadrox-iD Adult Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator Product Usage: The Quadrox-iD Adult Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator is intended for use in an extracorporeal circulation during cardiopulmonary bypass in cardiac surgery. Within the specified flow rate range, the device oxygenates the blood, removes carbon dioxide from the blood and regulates the blood temperature. The oxygenator with diffusion membrane cannot be used for the administration of volatile anesthetic gases because the gas molecules ar

A potential issue was detected that could result in blood leakage from the gas outlet port in all lots of Quadrox-iD Adult Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator with Bioline and Softline …

Recall #
Z-1689-2015
Affected scope
10,199 units
Initiated
March 5, 2015
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Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc recalled Quadrox-iD Adult Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator Product Usage: The Quadrox-iD Adult Di… - a moderate-severity action.

Quadrox-iD Adult Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator Product Usage: The Quadrox-iD Adult Di… was recalled by Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc in June 3, 2015. Reason: A potential issue was detected that could result in blood leakage from the gas outlet port in all lots of Qua…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1689-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-A potential issue was detected that could result in blood leakage from the gas outlet port in all lots of Qua….

Moderate
severity level
10K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
June 3, 2015
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1689-2015 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.

Medical Devices recalls over time

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.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

Quadrox-iD Adult Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator Product Usage: The Quadrox-iD Adult Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator is intended for use in an extracorporeal circulation during cardiopulmonary bypass in cardiac surgery. Within the specified flow rate range, the device oxygenates the blood, removes carbon dioxide from the blood and regulates the blood temperature. The oxygenator with diffusion membrane cannot be used for the administration of volatile anesthetic gases because the gas molecules are unable to pass through the diffusion membrane. Responsibility for deciding whether to use an oxygenator rests solely with the attending physician.

Reason for recall

A potential issue was detected that could result in blood leakage from the gas outlet port in all lots of Quadrox-iD Adult Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator with Bioline and Softline Coatings, Custom Tubing Packs and Diffusion Membrane HLS Set Advanced and HIT Set Advanced Models.

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-1689-2015
Date reported June 3, 2015
Date initiated March 5, 2015
Recalling firm Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc
Firm location Wayne, NJ
Affected scope 10,199 units
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Gre…

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

Scale of Impact

10,199 units units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

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

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What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Quadrox-iD Adult Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator Product Usage: The Quadrox-iD Adult Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator is intended for use in an extracorporeal circulation during cardiopulmonary bypass in cardiac surgery. Within the specified flow rate range, the device oxygenates the blood, removes carbon dioxide from the blood and regulates the blood temperature. The oxygenator with diffusion membrane cannot be used for the administration of volatile anesthetic gases because the gas molecules are unable to pass through the diffusion membrane. Responsibility for deciding whether to use an oxygenator rests solely with the attending physician.. Recalled by Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc. Units affected: 10,199 units.
Why was this product recalled?
A potential issue was detected that could result in blood leakage from the gas outlet port in all lots of Quadrox-iD Adult Diffusion Membrane Oxygenator with Bioline and Softline Coatings, Custom Tubing Packs and Diffusion Membrane HLS Set Advanced and HIT Set Advanced Models.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 3, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1689-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, China, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Serbia Montenegro, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey and Uruguay.
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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