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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 19, 2017

ArjoHuntleigh Flowtron ACS900, medical pump, software V1.099 Device is used to prevent the occurrence of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in at-risk patients. The system must be used as part of a prescribed plan of car under the supervision of trained medical and/or Clinical staff. The system is intended for use only in professional healthcare facilities. It is not intended to be used in the home healthcare environment.

Reports of the device failure involving delivering continuous pressure to the calf garment and not deflating as intended, without triggering an alarm.

Recall #
Z-2714-2017
Affected scope
40,675 units worldwide
Initiated
June 14, 2017
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Arjo, Inc. dba ArjoHuntleigh recalled ArjoHuntleigh Flowtron ACS900, medical pump, software V1.099 Device is used to prevent t… - a moderate-severity action.

ArjoHuntleigh Flowtron ACS900, medical pump, software V1.099 Device is used to prevent t… was recalled by Arjo, Inc. dba ArjoHuntleigh in July 19, 2017. Reason: Reports of the device failure involving delivering continuous pressure to the calf garment and not deflating …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2714-2017 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Arjo, Inc. dba ArjoHuntleigh issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Reports of the device failure involving delivering continuous pressure to the calf garment and not deflating ….

Moderate
severity level
41K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
July 19, 2017
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2714-2017 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

ArjoHuntleigh Flowtron ACS900, medical pump, software V1.099 Device is used to prevent the occurrence of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in at-risk patients. The system must be used as part of a prescribed plan of car under the supervision of trained medical and/or Clinical staff. The system is intended for use only in professional healthcare facilities. It is not intended to be used in the home healthcare environment.

Reason for recall

Reports of the device failure involving delivering continuous pressure to the calf garment and not deflating as intended, without triggering an alarm.

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-2714-2017
Date reported July 19, 2017
Date initiated June 14, 2017
Recalling firm Arjo, Inc. dba ArjoHuntleigh
Firm location Addison, IL
Affected scope 40,675 units worldwide
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - US (Nationwide) and internationally to the following countries: United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Italy, United Arab Emirates, France, Canada, Brazil, Austria, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, India, Switzerland,…

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

Scale of Impact

40,675 units worldwide 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) -

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?
ArjoHuntleigh Flowtron ACS900, medical pump, software V1.099 Device is used to prevent the occurrence of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in at-risk patients. The system must be used as part of a prescribed plan of car under the supervision of trained medical and/or Clinical staff. The system is intended for use only in professional healthcare facilities. It is not intended to be used in the home healthcare environment.. Recalled by Arjo, Inc. dba ArjoHuntleigh. Units affected: 40,675 units worldwide.
Why was this product recalled?
Reports of the device failure involving delivering continuous pressure to the calf garment and not deflating as intended, without triggering an alarm.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 19, 2017. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2714-2017.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US (Nationwide) and internationally to the following countries: United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Italy, United Arab Emirates, France, Canada, Brazil, Austria, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, India, Switzerland, Bahrain, Kuwait, South Africa, Lebanon, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Ecuador, Hong-Kong, Colombia, Malaysia, Paraguay, Mauritius, Cyprus, Greece, Oman, Norway, Ireland, Pakistan, Czech Republic, Mexico, Sweden, Tanzania, Hungary, Singapore, Jordan, Israel, Denmark, Chile, and Germany..
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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