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FDA Devices recall · Reported August 5, 2015

Invivo Expression MRI Patient Monitoring System.

The device's labeling inaccurately indicates Endotracheal as a body temperature application site. The FlexTEMP reusable temperature sensor is not intended to be used for endotrac…

Recall #
Z-2266-2015
Affected scope
697 devices.
Initiated
June 17, 2015
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Philips Electronics North America Corporation recalled Invivo Expression MRI Patient Monitoring System. - a moderate-severity action.

Invivo Expression MRI Patient Monitoring System. was recalled by Philips Electronics North America Corporation in August 5, 2015. Reason: The device's labeling inaccurately indicates Endotracheal as a body temperature application site. The FlexTE…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2266-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Philips Electronics North America Corporation issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-The device's labeling inaccurately indicates Endotracheal as a body temperature application site. The FlexTE….

Moderate
severity level
697 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
August 5, 2015
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2266-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2266-2015) was formally reported on August 5, 2015, with the manufacturer initiating the action on June 17, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Philips Electronics North America Corporation is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Andover, MA. Federal records list the affected scope as 697 devices..

The documented reason for this recall is: The device's labeling inaccurately indicates Endotracheal as a body temperature application site. The FlexTEMP reusable temperature sensor is not intended to be used for endotracheal placement. The application site sho… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution-US (nationwide) including the states of AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI,…. 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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Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

697 devices.

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Invivo Expression MRI Patient Monitoring System.

Reason for recall

The device's labeling inaccurately indicates Endotracheal as a body temperature application site. The FlexTEMP reusable temperature sensor is not intended to be used for endotracheal placement. The application site should be listed as Esophageal.

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-2266-2015
Date reported August 5, 2015
Date initiated June 17, 2015
Recalling firm Philips Electronics North America Corporation
Firm location Andover, MA
Affected scope 697 devices.
Distribution Worldwide Distribution-US (nationwide) including the states of AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, and Alaska,…

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

Scale of Impact

697 devices. 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.

What to do with this recall

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Invivo Expression MRI Patient Monitoring System.. Recalled by Philips Electronics North America Corporation. Units affected: 697 devices..
Why was this product recalled?
The device's labeling inaccurately indicates Endotracheal as a body temperature application site. The FlexTEMP reusable temperature sensor is not intended to be used for endotracheal placement. The application site should be listed as Esophageal.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 5, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2266-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution-US (nationwide) including the states of AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, and Alaska, Hawaii and the District of Columbia, and the countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, United Arab Emirates, and United Kingdom..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2266-2015) 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?
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