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Alsius CoolGuard 3000 Temperature Regulation System, Model… recallZ-1159-04 · Alsius Corporation · initiated Jun 21, 2004

Terminated All recalls posted in July 2004

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 Alsius 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.

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

Why it was recalled

Higher than expected rate of pump alarms occur under specific conditions.

FDA root cause category: Other

What the company is doing

Firm replaced circuit board having a new resistor. Recall is complete.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1159-04
Recall class
Not yet classified by the FDA
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Jun 21, 2004
Posted by the FDA
Jul 23, 2004
Recalling firm
Alsius Corporation
Quantity
15
Product code
NCX
FDA submissions
K014241, K030421
Distribution
MA, PA, VA, FL, AL, MO, TX

Product description

Alsius CoolGuard 3000 Temperature Regulation System, Model CoolGuard 3000

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

All codes.

Other devices under the same FDA submission

2 devices cleared under K014241, K030421 — 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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