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Varisoft recallZ-0233-2024 · Unomedical A/S · initiated Oct 11, 2023

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 Unomedical A/S 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

The Varisoft infusion set is used in conjunction with tandem insulin pumps. The defect reported was damage to the connector piece during manufacturing. This damage results in the connector becoming detached more easily from the insulin set than expected, requiring less force to disconnect than intended. Disconnection, when not detected, for example during sleep, leads to missed basal dosing. which in turn can result in elevated blood glucose and ketone level (nocturnal hyperglycemia). Diabetic ketoacidosis.hyperglycemia). Diabetic ketoacidosis.

FDA root cause category: Process change control

What the company is doing

Unomedical a/s issued an Urgent Field Safety Notice to its sole consignee on 10/11/2023 via email. The notice explained the issue, potential risk to patient, and requested the distributor to quarantine all affected product pending return and to notify their customers.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0233-2024
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated by the company
Oct 11, 2023
Posted by the FDA
Nov 21, 2023
Recalling firm
Unomedical A/S
Quantity
1679 units
Product code
FPA
FDA submissions
K162812
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution in the state of CA.

Product description

VariSoft infusion set, Model Number 1002828

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

GTIN 05705244018730, Serial Numbers: 5388367, 5388376; GTIN 05705244018723, Serial Numbers: 5388367. 5388376

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 93269).

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