Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported July 22, 2015
Maquet has identified that in some FLOW-i Anesthesia System Auxiliary O2 and Suction Modules, the suctioning function cannot be activated or controlled by the suction unit on/off …
Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc recalled The FLOW-i Anesthesia System Axillary O2 and Suction Module, Device Part number: 66 79 84… - a moderate-severity action.
The FLOW-i Anesthesia System Axillary O2 and Suction Module, Device Part number: 66 79 84… was recalled by Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc in July 22, 2015. Reason: Maquet has identified that in some FLOW-i Anesthesia System Auxiliary O2 and Suction Modules, the suctioning …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2083-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Maquet has identified that in some FLOW-i Anesthesia System Auxiliary O2 and Suction Modules, the suctioning ….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2083-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2083-2015) was formally reported on July 22, 2015, with the manufacturer initiating the action on March 2, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Wayne, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as 104 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: Maquet has identified that in some FLOW-i Anesthesia System Auxiliary O2 and Suction Modules, the suctioning function cannot be activated or controlled by the suction unit on/off switch leading to a decrease or loss of … Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Internationally to Australia, Belgium, Brazil, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Japan, Mexico, Netherlan…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
104 units
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
The FLOW-i Anesthesia System Axillary O2 and Suction Module, Device Part number: 66 79 847 FLOW-i Anesthesia System: Is indicated for administering inhalation anesthesia while controlling the entire ventilation of patients with no ability to breathe, as well as in supporting patients with a limited ability to breathe.The system is intended for use in a wide range of population: from neonatal to adult patients. The system is intended for use in hospital environments, except for the MRI environment, by healthcare professionals trained in inhalation anesthesia administration. Auxiliary O2 and Suction Module: Is an option available for the FLOW-i Anesthesia System. The module contains two main parts: Flowmeter unit: The intended use of the flowmeter is to provide oxygen for patient therapy. Suction unit: The intended use is to extract body fluids from the stomach and airways.
Maquet has identified that in some FLOW-i Anesthesia System Auxiliary O2 and Suction Modules, the suctioning function cannot be activated or controlled by the suction unit on/off switch leading to a decrease or loss of suctioning capability of the modules.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-2083-2015 |
| Date reported | July 22, 2015 |
| Date initiated | March 2, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc |
| Firm location | Wayne, NJ |
| Affected scope | 104 units |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Internationally to Australia, Belgium, Brazil, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Ecuador, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Peru, Poland, Po… |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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