U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Bilirubin Calibrator - Product Code JIX
Cause
Incorrect calibrator values: changes in a raw material used in the bilirubin calibrator value assignment process contributed to variability in the preparation of the standard.
Action
An August 10, 2007, Product Correction letter was provided to all ARCHITECT cSystem and AEROSET System customers. The letter advises that changes in a raw material used in the Bilirubin Calibrator value assignment process contributed to variability in the preparation of the NIST standard 916a. Revised Bilirubin values for the calibrator lot numbers in this recall are attached to the recall notice. Six necessary actions were listed in the recall notice as: 1) Identify the lot numbers of Clinical Chemistry Bilirubin Calibrator(s) currently in use. 2) Discard the value sheet and replace with the appropriate values provided with the recall letter. 3) Enter the revised Bilirubin values. 4) Calibrate the assays. 5) Evaluate your quality control. 6) Evaluate your reference range and any shifts in patient results.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Femoral Stem - Product Code LPH
Cause
Mis-labeled: the warning label "do not use with heads more than +10mm offset" does not appear on 127 degree stem boxes.
Action
Urgent Product Correction/Recall notification letters were sent by Fed Ex return receipt on 9/28/07, requesting quarantine for Styker representatives to return or re-label.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Ultrasound System - Product Code IYO
Cause
Incorrect iol calculations: software behavior with version 3.0 eye cubed ultrasound systems running biometry a-scan enabled version 3.0.0 software can cause incorrect iol calculations.
Action
A Global Customer Service Bulletin (GCSB)-Urgent Notification of Software Correction was issued on 25 September 2007, which provided short term workaround directions pending a free software undate promised in the near future.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Diagnostic Ultrasound System - Product Code IYN
Cause
Measurement error affecting all sequoia systems using the pal video standard configuration and have a perspective pc installed: 1) the sequoia" system is operating at a software revision below 8.0. 2) the sequoia" system is configured to pal video mode (normal for systems running at 240v 50 hz.). 3) while using any of the perspective" advanced display options listed above, an image or clip is t.
Action
Consignees were notified via a Urgent Medical Device Notification letter/customer letter sent out on 9/25/2007 under Siemens update program US013/07/S. The Siemens Service organization coordinates the implementation of the field correction with the distributors for all countries. Consignees who do not respond to the recall communication will be visit ed and/or telephoned for follow up.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Endosseous Orthodontic Implant - Product Code OAT
Cause
Sticking transfer piece: the transfer piece which accompanies the palatal implant may get stuck during implant requiring removal by using mechanical force.
Action
Straumann USA, LLC sent Urgent Device Recall letters, via FedFx on 9/28/07, requesting the return of all Straumann Palatal Implant, articles 042.335 with lot numbers 1001, FE3776, F4662, F6563, E7083, and article 042.336S lot number 1001.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Endosseous Orthodontic Implant - Product Code OAT
Cause
Sticking transfer piece: the transfer piece which accompanies the palatal implant may get stuck during implant requiring removal by using mechanical force.
Action
Straumann USA, LLC sent Urgent Device Recall letters, via FedFx on 9/28/07, requesting the return of all Straumann Palatal Implant, articles 042.335 with lot numbers 1001, FE3776, F4662, F6563, E7083, and article 042.336S lot number 1001.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Trachestomy Tube Holder - Product Code CBH
Cause
Revised labeling : instructions for use: "do not trim fastener hook tabs. " trimming can cause tabs to disengage at the trach plate.
Action
Dale Medical notified Distributors by letter dated 9/27/07, identified as an Urgent Medical Device Correction Letter. The letter requested distributors to notify all their customers by letter. The Correction Letter reminded users to take notice of new labeling " Do not trim fasterner hook tabs"
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
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Trachestomy Tube Holder - Product Code CBH
Cause
Revised labeling : instructions for use: "do not trim fastener hook tabs. " trimming can cause tabs to disengage at the trach plate.
Action
Dale Medical notified Distributors by letter dated 9/27/07, identified as an Urgent Medical Device Correction Letter. The letter requested distributors to notify all their customers by letter. The Correction Letter reminded users to take notice of new labeling " Do not trim fasterner hook tabs"
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Automated Slide Stainer - Product Code KPA
Cause
Leaking carboys/safety updates:the ventana staining platform includes one or more carboys that may have the potential to leak if the spigot is either improperly installed or not fully closed.
Action
The firm has mailed three customer letters, a) the first letter dated 9/30/2005 describes the upgraded Voila CD that contains safety information; b) a second letter, dated 6/27/2006, identified as a "Customer Alert" was mailed describing an upgrade to the software system version 9.3/10.3 and the CD that includes safety improvements, c) the third letter dated 9/29/2006 and identified as a Safety Alert advises that as part of their effort to continuously improve laboratory safety, they are updating the labeling and instructions for use regarding installation and cleaning for the carboy as the Ventana staining platform includes one or more carboys that may have the potential to leak if the spigot is either improperly installed or not fully closed. Enclosed are pictogram labels that indicate "slip hazard" and "refer to instructions for use." The customer is instructed to apply these two labels to the carboys above the spigot as a reminder to laboratory personnel to keep the spigot in the full "off" position when not in use and to refer to the instructions for use for maintenance. In addition, the letter advises that there is an electrical shock warning for the power strip that is part of their system to indicate that it should be mounted off of the floor. This power strip is intended to connect the computer components of the staining system and should not be placed on the floor where fluid might contact it. Also included is a warning label for shock hazard to apply to their power strip.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Automated Slide Stainer - Product Code KPA
Cause
Leaking carboys/safety updates:the ventana staining platform includes one or more carboys that may have the potential to leak if the spigot is either improperly installed or not fully closed.
Action
The firm has mailed three customer letters, a) the first letter dated 9/30/2005 describes the upgraded Voila CD that contains safety information; b) a second letter, dated 6/27/2006, identified as a "Customer Alert" was mailed describing an upgrade to the software system version 9.3/10.3 and the CD that includes safety improvements, c) the third letter dated 9/29/2006 and identified as a Safety Alert advises that as part of their effort to continuously improve laboratory safety, they are updating the labeling and instructions for use regarding installation and cleaning for the carboy as the Ventana staining platform includes one or more carboys that may have the potential to leak if the spigot is either improperly installed or not fully closed. Enclosed are pictogram labels that indicate "slip hazard" and "refer to instructions for use." The customer is instructed to apply these two labels to the carboys above the spigot as a reminder to laboratory personnel to keep the spigot in the full "off" position when not in use and to refer to the instructions for use for maintenance. In addition, the letter advises that there is an electrical shock warning for the power strip that is part of their system to indicate that it should be mounted off of the floor. This power strip is intended to connect the computer components of the staining system and should not be placed on the floor where fluid might contact it. Also included is a warning label for shock hazard to apply to their power strip.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Automated Slide Stainer - Product Code KPA
Cause
Leaking carboys/safety updates:the ventana staining platform includes one or more carboys that may have the potential to leak if the spigot is either improperly installed or not fully closed.
Action
The firm has mailed three customer letters, a) the first letter dated 9/30/2005 describes the upgraded Voila CD that contains safety information; b) a second letter, dated 6/27/2006, identified as a "Customer Alert" was mailed describing an upgrade to the software system version 9.3/10.3 and the CD that includes safety improvements, c) the third letter dated 9/29/2006 and identified as a Safety Alert advises that as part of their effort to continuously improve laboratory safety, they are updating the labeling and instructions for use regarding installation and cleaning for the carboy as the Ventana staining platform includes one or more carboys that may have the potential to leak if the spigot is either improperly installed or not fully closed. Enclosed are pictogram labels that indicate "slip hazard" and "refer to instructions for use." The customer is instructed to apply these two labels to the carboys above the spigot as a reminder to laboratory personnel to keep the spigot in the full "off" position when not in use and to refer to the instructions for use for maintenance. In addition, the letter advises that there is an electrical shock warning for the power strip that is part of their system to indicate that it should be mounted off of the floor. This power strip is intended to connect the computer components of the staining system and should not be placed on the floor where fluid might contact it. Also included is a warning label for shock hazard to apply to their power strip.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Automated Slide Stainer - Product Code KPA
Cause
Leaking carboys/safety updates:the ventana staining platform includes one or more carboys that may have the potential to leak if the spigot is either improperly installed or not fully closed.
Action
The firm has mailed three customer letters, a) the first letter dated 9/30/2005 describes the upgraded Voila CD that contains safety information; b) a second letter, dated 6/27/2006, identified as a "Customer Alert" was mailed describing an upgrade to the software system version 9.3/10.3 and the CD that includes safety improvements, c) the third letter dated 9/29/2006 and identified as a Safety Alert advises that as part of their effort to continuously improve laboratory safety, they are updating the labeling and instructions for use regarding installation and cleaning for the carboy as the Ventana staining platform includes one or more carboys that may have the potential to leak if the spigot is either improperly installed or not fully closed. Enclosed are pictogram labels that indicate "slip hazard" and "refer to instructions for use." The customer is instructed to apply these two labels to the carboys above the spigot as a reminder to laboratory personnel to keep the spigot in the full "off" position when not in use and to refer to the instructions for use for maintenance. In addition, the letter advises that there is an electrical shock warning for the power strip that is part of their system to indicate that it should be mounted off of the floor. This power strip is intended to connect the computer components of the staining system and should not be placed on the floor where fluid might contact it. Also included is a warning label for shock hazard to apply to their power strip.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Automated Slide Stainer - Product Code KPA
Cause
Leaking carboys/safety updates:the ventana staining platform includes one or more carboys that may have the potential to leak if the spigot is either improperly installed or not fully closed.
Action
The firm has mailed three customer letters, a) the first letter dated 9/30/2005 describes the upgraded Voila CD that contains safety information; b) a second letter, dated 6/27/2006, identified as a "Customer Alert" was mailed describing an upgrade to the software system version 9.3/10.3 and the CD that includes safety improvements, c) the third letter dated 9/29/2006 and identified as a Safety Alert advises that as part of their effort to continuously improve laboratory safety, they are updating the labeling and instructions for use regarding installation and cleaning for the carboy as the Ventana staining platform includes one or more carboys that may have the potential to leak if the spigot is either improperly installed or not fully closed. Enclosed are pictogram labels that indicate "slip hazard" and "refer to instructions for use." The customer is instructed to apply these two labels to the carboys above the spigot as a reminder to laboratory personnel to keep the spigot in the full "off" position when not in use and to refer to the instructions for use for maintenance. In addition, the letter advises that there is an electrical shock warning for the power strip that is part of their system to indicate that it should be mounted off of the floor. This power strip is intended to connect the computer components of the staining system and should not be placed on the floor where fluid might contact it. Also included is a warning label for shock hazard to apply to their power strip.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Catheter - Product Code GEI
Cause
Instructions for use change: instructions for use have been changed to include a modified placement recommendation.
Action
The Recalling firm is updating the Instructions For Use, training materials, and procedural guides to incorporate the treatment recommendations. The recalling firm sent an Update to customers who received the product, Important Update Regarding the Use of the VNUS ClosureFAST Catheter, dated August 6, 2007 with supplemental device instructions. Future product distribution will include the updated labeling.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Linear Medical Accelerator - Product Code IYE
Cause
Erroneously resetting: rpm system version 1.7.3, software failure can occur that affects the gated radiotherapy treatment when phase-based gating is used. rpm 1.7 erroneously resets the phase-based gating thresholds to system default during the treatment session, if the user accesses the session options during the treatment session. this can lead to difference between the planned and delivered.
Action
Varian sent an Urgent Medical Device Correction letter on September 26, 2007, to all its direct consignees, informing them that the RPM version 1.7 may reset the phase thresholds if Sessions options are accessed during treatment. A Service Representative will be scheduling a visit to user site to perform the modification requested to address the problem, when a corrected software version is available.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Pump motor stall; pumps can stall due to gear shaft wear.
Action
Begining August 3, 2007, consignees were notified by letter. The letter "Medtronic Urgent: Medical Device Correction Aug 2007" described the problem and the Affected Devices as well as Patient Risk, Patient Management Recommendations, Next Steps and Physician and Patient Support.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
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Electrosurgical Cutting Device - Product Code GEI
Cause
Device shut off/on: device may not turn off after taking finger/foot off of activating switch and may activate without pushing a button. (patient burns may result from these device malfunctions).
Action
Consignees were mailed an Urgent Device Removal Recall notice, dated April 27, 2007. International subsidiaries will receive the recall notice and they will distribute to their consignees. Product is to be returned as a recall.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Catheter - Product Code GEI
Cause
Instructions for use change: instructions for use have been changed to include a modified placement recommendation.
Action
The Recalling firm is updating the Instructions For Use, training materials, and procedural guides to incorporate the treatment recommendations. The recalling firm sent an Update to customers who received the product, Important Update Regarding the Use of the VNUS ClosureFAST Catheter, dated August 6, 2007 with supplemental device instructions. Future product distribution will include the updated labeling.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
bone distractor - Product Code LXT
Cause
Markings reversed: graduated markings on telescoping bone distractors were reversed, causing the distractors to compress rather than distract the treatment site when adjusted.
Action
Orthofix notified sales agents by phone starting on 09/28/07. Sales agents were to return product for replacements.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Intermittent failure of stirrer motor-beckman coulter has determined that incorrect glucose results on lx20 or
dxc instruments have been related to an intermittent failure of the stirrer
motor.
-stirrer motors can stall without any flags or motion errors.
-if a stall occurs during a glum test near the time of sample inject,
results may be affected.
-affected glum results may be high or low.
Action
GLUm stir motors greater than one year old were replaced. Replacements began April 5, 2007. Based on the Risk Assessment, BCI decided that Customer Notification is not needed. GLUm stir motors greater than one year old will be replaced on high volume LX/DxC systems by 3rd quarter of 2007. Replacements began April 5, 2007. A new stirrer design is being developed and is expected to be available before 4th quarter of 2007. Implementation Strategy of Stock Control: 1. A Stop Ship was not necessary based on risk assessment. The possibility of stirrer motor failure may increase with time and duty cycles. Systems running a high volume of tests may have a greater likelihood of exhibiting stirrer motor failure with motors greater than one year old. 2. New Customers were placed on a preventative maintenance plan to have their motor replaced at one year cycle. Completed 3. A Technical Update was issued to notify Hotline and Field Service Personnel of the issues.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Intermittent failure of stirrer motor-beckman coulter has determined that incorrect glucose results on lx20 or
dxc instruments have been related to an intermittent failure of the stirrer
motor.
-stirrer motors can stall without any flags or motion errors.
-if a stall occurs during a glum test near the time of sample inject,
results may be affected.
-affected glum results may be high or low.
Action
GLUm stir motors greater than one year old were replaced. Replacements began April 5, 2007. Based on the Risk Assessment, BCI decided that Customer Notification is not needed. GLUm stir motors greater than one year old will be replaced on high volume LX/DxC systems by 3rd quarter of 2007. Replacements began April 5, 2007. A new stirrer design is being developed and is expected to be available before 4th quarter of 2007. Implementation Strategy of Stock Control: 1. A Stop Ship was not necessary based on risk assessment. The possibility of stirrer motor failure may increase with time and duty cycles. Systems running a high volume of tests may have a greater likelihood of exhibiting stirrer motor failure with motors greater than one year old. 2. New Customers were placed on a preventative maintenance plan to have their motor replaced at one year cycle. Completed 3. A Technical Update was issued to notify Hotline and Field Service Personnel of the issues.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Intermittent failure of stirrer motor-beckman coulter has determined that incorrect glucose results on lx20 or
dxc instruments have been related to an intermittent failure of the stirrer
motor.
-stirrer motors can stall without any flags or motion errors.
-if a stall occurs during a glum test near the time of sample inject,
results may be affected.
-affected glum results may be high or low.
Action
GLUm stir motors greater than one year old were replaced. Replacements began April 5, 2007. Based on the Risk Assessment, BCI decided that Customer Notification is not needed. GLUm stir motors greater than one year old will be replaced on high volume LX/DxC systems by 3rd quarter of 2007. Replacements began April 5, 2007. A new stirrer design is being developed and is expected to be available before 4th quarter of 2007. Implementation Strategy of Stock Control: 1. A Stop Ship was not necessary based on risk assessment. The possibility of stirrer motor failure may increase with time and duty cycles. Systems running a high volume of tests may have a greater likelihood of exhibiting stirrer motor failure with motors greater than one year old. 2. New Customers were placed on a preventative maintenance plan to have their motor replaced at one year cycle. Completed 3. A Technical Update was issued to notify Hotline and Field Service Personnel of the issues.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notes supplémentaires dans les données
Femoral Stem - Product Code LPH
Cause
Mis-labeling: the warning label "do not use with heads more than +10mm offset" does not appear on 127 degree stem boxes.
Action
Urgent Product Correction/Recall notification letters were sent by Fed Ex return receipt on 9/28/07, requesting quarantine for Styker representatives to return or re-label.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Intermittent failure of stirrer motor-beckman coulter has determined that incorrect glucose results on lx20 or
dxc instruments have been related to an intermittent failure of the stirrer
motor.
-stirrer motors can stall without any flags or motion errors.
-if a stall occurs during a glum test near the time of sample inject,
results may be affected.
-affected glum results may be high or low.
Action
GLUm stir motors greater than one year old were replaced. Replacements began April 5, 2007. Based on the Risk Assessment, BCI decided that Customer Notification is not needed. GLUm stir motors greater than one year old will be replaced on high volume LX/DxC systems by 3rd quarter of 2007. Replacements began April 5, 2007. A new stirrer design is being developed and is expected to be available before 4th quarter of 2007. Implementation Strategy of Stock Control: 1. A Stop Ship was not necessary based on risk assessment. The possibility of stirrer motor failure may increase with time and duty cycles. Systems running a high volume of tests may have a greater likelihood of exhibiting stirrer motor failure with motors greater than one year old. 2. New Customers were placed on a preventative maintenance plan to have their motor replaced at one year cycle. Completed 3. A Technical Update was issued to notify Hotline and Field Service Personnel of the issues.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Intermittent failure of stirrer motor-beckman coulter has determined that incorrect glucose results on lx20 or
dxc instruments have been related to an intermittent failure of the stirrer
motor.
-stirrer motors can stall without any flags or motion errors.
-if a stall occurs during a glum test near the time of sample inject,
results may be affected.
-affected glum results may be high or low.
Action
GLUm stir motors greater than one year old were replaced. Replacements began April 5, 2007. Based on the Risk Assessment, BCI decided that Customer Notification is not needed. GLUm stir motors greater than one year old will be replaced on high volume LX/DxC systems by 3rd quarter of 2007. Replacements began April 5, 2007. A new stirrer design is being developed and is expected to be available before 4th quarter of 2007. Implementation Strategy of Stock Control: 1. A Stop Ship was not necessary based on risk assessment. The possibility of stirrer motor failure may increase with time and duty cycles. Systems running a high volume of tests may have a greater likelihood of exhibiting stirrer motor failure with motors greater than one year old. 2. New Customers were placed on a preventative maintenance plan to have their motor replaced at one year cycle. Completed 3. A Technical Update was issued to notify Hotline and Field Service Personnel of the issues.