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V. Mueller recallZ-0403-2023 · Carefusion 2200 Inc · initiated Nov 2, 2022

Open, Classified

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 Carefusion 2200 Inc 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

BD has determined that the Instructions For Use (IFU) provided by BD is missing certain content that is contained in the manufacturer's IFU. This missing content is related to the interface with the device power supply, as well as cleaning and maintenance instructions. Refer to the attached V. Mueller" Bipolar Forcep IFU.

FDA root cause category: Under Investigation by firm

What the company is doing

The firm issued an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL NOTIFICATION to its consignees on 11/02/2022 by FedEx 2nd day mail. The notice explained the problem and the hazard and requested the following actions from medical professionals and hospitals: "Please Take the Following Actions: 1. Please check all inventory locations within your facility for the affected product listed in Appendix I of this recall notification. 2. The content that is missing from the BD IFU is provided in the attached V. Mueller" Bipolar Forceps IFU for your records; maintain the IFU content in the appropriate location as determined by your facility. 3. Share this recall notice with any users of the product, within your facilities, to ensure they are also aware of this recall notification. 4. Complete and return the attached Customer Response Form to the BD contact noted on the form confirming acknowledgement of the recall notification, whether or not you have any affected product, so that BD may acknowledge your receipt of this notification." "Contact Information: If you require further assistance please contact: North American Regional Complaint Center Phone: 1-844-8BD- LIFE (1-844-823-5433) Say Recall when prompted M-F 8am - 5pm CT; Email: [email protected]" Actions to be taken by the distributors: "Please Take the Following Actions: 1. Please check all inventory locations within your facility for the affected product listed in Appendix I of this recall notification. 2. The content that is missing from the BD IFU is provided in the attached V. Mueller" Bipolar Forceps IFU; attach this IFU to all affected product within your facility in order to ensure the IFU is supplied with the product to your customers. 3. Identify all customers within your distribution network that purchased any affected product as defined in this notification. Provide a copy of the attached customer letter to all customers to advise them of this field action notification on BD s behalf. 4. Complete and retur

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0403-2023
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated by the company
Nov 2, 2022
Posted by the FDA
Dec 3, 2022
Recalling firm
Carefusion 2200 Inc
Quantity
32 units
Product code
GEI
FDA submissions
K213386
Distribution
Nationwide, Austria, Canada, Egypt, Germany, Hong Kong, Israel, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, South Korea, Thailand

Product description

CareFusion V. Mueller TITANIUM ROUND HANDLE BAYONET BIPOLAR FORCEPS 1.5MM TIP OVERALL LENGTH 10-1/2" (265MM), REF F-5022

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

UDI/DI 10885403041075, ALL LOTS

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 90967).

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