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Custom Cardiovascular Procedure Kits recallZ-1828-2015 · Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corp · initiated May 6, 2015

Class II Terminated All recalls posted in June 2015

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corp or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean

Why it was recalled

The Overpressure Safety Valve is not cleared with an indication for use on the arterial side of the extracoporeal bypass circuit. It is intended for use only on the venous side. There is a remote possibility of minimal blood loss, fluid weeping, or dripping on the user.

FDA root cause category: Component design/selection

What the company is doing

Consignees were notified of the recall by phone beginning on 5/7/2015 and a Urgent Medical Device Recall letter, dated 5/7/2015. The letter identified the affected device, reason for recall, potential hazard, and correction. Customers were asked to review the notice and ensure that all users are aware of the issue. In addition, they are to confirm the quantity of procedure kits for return; and, complete and return the Customer Response Form. Customers can call Terumo CVS Customer Service at 1-800-521-2818 with questions.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1828-2015
Recall class
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
May 6, 2015
Posted by the FDA
Jun 23, 2015
Recalling firm
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corp
Quantity
163 devices
Product code
DTL
FDA submissions
K820297
Distribution
Distributed to the states of MO and FL.

Product description

Custom Cardiovascular Procedure Kits; Over-Pressure Safety Valves. For use only in the extracorporeal circuit for the cardiopulmonary bypass procedures for which the user designed it.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Part Number: 66086-01: Lot Numbers: RG09, RM20 and Part Number: 70700-03: Lot Numbers: QL09, RH07, RL15, QG17, RD03

Other devices under the same FDA submission

2 devices cleared under K820297 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

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