PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 Flow Module indicated for use in extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures only when used by a qualified perfusionist who is experienced in the operation of Sarns or similar equipment.

Reported: October 3, 2012 Initiated: September 20, 2012 #Z-2449-2012

Product Description

Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 Flow Module indicated for use in extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures only when used by a qualified perfusionist who is experienced in the operation of Sarns or similar equipment.

Reason for Recall

Terumo Cardiovascular Systems (CVS) received one report of a flow module for the Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 not displaying blood flow information on the Central Control Monitor or the Centrifugal Control Unit. The tricolor LED on the flow module was not illuminated. Terumo CVS' investigation found that the malfunction was caused by an improper component on a circuit board used in a populat

Details

Units Affected
72 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of AUSTRALIA, Singapore, Jordan, Japan, Vietnam, Germany, Russia, Saudi Arabia, BELGIUM, Mexico, and CANADA.
Location
Ann Arbor, MI

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 Flow Module indicated for use in extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures only when used by a qualified perfusionist who is experienced in the operation of Sarns or similar equipment.. Recalled by Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation. Units affected: 72 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems (CVS) received one report of a flow module for the Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 not displaying blood flow information on the Central Control Monitor or the Centrifugal Control Unit. The tricolor LED on the flow module was not illuminated. Terumo CVS' investigation found that the malfunction was caused by an improper component on a circuit board used in a populat
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 3, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2449-2012.