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Membrane Changer Single-Use, REF MC, each package contains… recallZ-2592-2023 · SenTec AG · initiated Jul 25, 2023

Open, Classified

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  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 SenTec AG or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
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Why it was recalled

During rework of components during the manufacturing process, an additional piece of material may have been left in the device, which may result in an impact on measurement performance.

FDA root cause category: Process control

What the company is doing

The recalling firm notified Sentec distributors in a letter flagged Guidance for Sentec Distributors dated 7/25/2023 via email on 7/25/2023 (letter #RF-013993-a). The letter listed the devices impacted, the defect, how it manifests itself, and the risks (impact on measurement readings, impact on the sensor membrane, and harm to patient skin). Actions for the distributor and subdistributor level were provided. Subdistributors were to be informed who received the affected products by forwarding them this guidance document and related attachments using a read receipt on the email. The distributor is to follow-up with each subdistributor to ensure they understand the information provided and that each subdistributor will implement all actions as required and on time. The distributor is to confirm that these tasks have been executed by 7/31/2023. Potential return of product by the distributors will occur. All end customers within the distributor's territory are to be informed using the Customer Information Letter dated 7/25/2023 (letter #RF-013992-a) which was attached to the Guidance for Sentec Distributors. These letters were to be sent via email using a read receipt. The Customer Information Letter also contained information on the devices impacted, what the defect is, how it manifests itself, and the risks (impact on measurement readings, impact on the sensor membrane, and harm to patient skin). The end user is to identify any lots they may still have at their institution and if any of the affected products are in stock, the recalling firm recommends they follow the visual inspection steps shown in the enclosed Appendix I. If a defective membrane is detected, they are to replace it immediately. The customer is referred to Appendix I and II or the Instruction Manuals listed in the letter for the IFU procedure and picture of what a defective membrane may look like. Enclosed Appendix III contains a table listing the affected lot numbers for the Membran

Recall details

Recall number
Z-2592-2023
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated by the company
Jul 25, 2023
Posted by the FDA
Sep 15, 2023
Recalling firm
SenTec AG
Quantity
REVISED 9/21/2023-15,065 packages
Product code
LKD
FDA submissions
K041548, K151329, K101690
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.

Product description

Membrane Changer Single-Use, REF MC, each package contains 3 changers; Membrane Changer Reloadable, REF MC-R, each package contains 3 changers; and Membrane Changer Insert, REF MC-I, each package contains 5 inserts. All are components of the Sentec Digital Monitoring System (SDMS).

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

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REF MC: 230441, 230224, 230209, 230191, 230185, 230167, 230165, 230146, 230125, 230016, 225261, 225226, 225183, 225173, 225149, 225147, 225126, 225122, 225088, 225073, 225063, 225006; UDI-DI numbers 07640121880933, 17640121880930; REF MC-R: 230461, 230329, 230351, 230235, 230083, 230053, 230043, 230008, 230005, 225253, 225221; UDI-DI numbers 07640121880087, 17640121880084, 27640121880081; REF MC-I: 230372, 230339, 230336, 230229, 230206, 230132, 230117, 230051, 230044, 230012, 225299, 225298, 225280, 225255, 225218, 225216, 225190, 225185, 225184, 225175, 225120, 225091, 225089, 225064, 225058, 225033, 225023, 221064, 221056; UDI-DI numbers 07640121880506, 17640121880503. REVISED 9/21/2023: Additional lot number added for the U.S. for REF MC-I - 225119

Devices named in this recall

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

Other devices under the same FDA submission

3 devices cleared under K041548, K151329, K101690 are not named by identifier in this recall. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

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