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Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 recallZ-2961-2020 · Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation · initiated Aug 25, 2020

Terminated

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 Corporation 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.

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Why it was recalled

Internal testing at the supplier, revealed that a crimped wire was placed into an air bubble detector (ABD) sensor connector backwards, preventing the crimped wire from locking into the mating wire connector. This intermittent connection may result in false air bubble alarms.

FDA root cause category: Employee error

What the company is doing

Urgent Medical Device Removal notification letters dated 8/25/20 were sent to customers. Terumo CVS is removing the affected ABD sensors from the field. A Terumo Associate will contact all affected customers to coordinate the shipment of a replacement device and subsequent return of the affected unit. The replacement ABD sensor supplied by Terumo CVS will be part of a kit containing a cable and a bracket which are not affected by this removal. The cable and the bracket do not require replacement. CUSTOMER INSTRUCTIONS 1. Review this Medical Device Correction and assure that all users have received notice of this issue. 2. Confirm receipt of this communication by completing and returning the attached Customer Response Form as indicated on the form. 3. Review Product Return instructions when provided by separate email communication. Tracking information on replacement device will be provided as well as a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number to facilitate the return of the affected device., 4. Once the replacement shipment has been received, remove the affected ABD sensor and replace it with the new ABD sensor provided by Terumo CVS. 5. Return affected ABD sensor using the packing container and shipping materials received with the replacement ABD device. Please mark the RGA number on the outside of the box. QUESTIONS? We encourage you to contact Terumo CVS with any questions or concerns: Terumo CVS Customer Service: 1.800.521.2818 Monday Friday, 8 a.m. 6 p.m. ET Recall Fax: 1.734.741.6149 Review this Medical Device Correction and assure that all users have received notice of this issue. A Terumo Associate will contact all affected customers to coordinate the shipment of a replacement ABD sensor and subsequent return of the affected unit. Terumo CVS recommends that you continue using your ABD sensor while waiting for a replacement. If you experience an ABD sensor failure, or have questions, contact Terumo CVS Customer Service: 800.521

Recall details

Recall number
Z-2961-2020
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Aug 25, 2020
Recalling firm
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
Quantity
2
Product code
DTQ
FDA submissions
K172220
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution.

Product description

Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 Ultrasonic Air Sensor 1/4x3/32, Catalog Number 5791 - Product Usage: intended for use with Terumo and Sarns brand air detection and heart-lung systems to detect gross air bubbles in the line during extracorporeal procedures.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

UDI: 00886799000052;  Serial Numbers: 20019 20020

Devices named in this recall

1 device in the FDA device registry whose identifier appears in the recall's code information.

Product lines

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 86338).

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