FDA Recall Terminated

ActiveCare +SFT Medical Compression Systems OR Aqiva, IL Intended for use in: Preventing deep Vein Thrombosis; Enhancing blood circulation; Diminishing post-operative pain and swelling; Reducing wound healing time; treatment and assistance in healing of stasis dermatitis, venous stasis ulcers and diabetic leg ulcers; Treatment of chronic venous insufficiency and; Reducing edema

Recall: Z-0386-2012 · Initiated August 28, 2011

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0386-2012
Event Number
59812
Firm
Medical Compression Systems 2 Hallan St OR Aqiva Israel
FEI Number
3003715046
Product Code
JOW
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
August 28, 2011
Posted
January 11, 2012
Terminated
July 11, 2012

Description

ActiveCare +SFT Medical Compression Systems OR Aqiva, IL Intended for use in: Preventing deep Vein Thrombosis; Enhancing blood circulation; Diminishing post-operative pain and swelling; Reducing wound healing time; treatment and assistance in healing of stasis dermatitis, venous stasis ulcers and diabetic leg ulcers; Treatment of chronic venous insufficiency and; Reducing edema

Reason

This voluntary field action is being undertaken because MCS has received a limited number of reports involving the use of a non-MCS AC/DC adaptor with the ActiveCare DVT and ActiveCare+S.F.T. devices. The firm found that an ActiveCare+S.F.T device might cease to work if connected to a non-MCS AC/DC adaptor with a higher nominal voltage. As specified in each product's User Manual the ActiveCare+S.

Action

Medical Compression Systems (DBN) Ltd, sent out "VOLUNTARY FIELD ACTION" letters dated September 15, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter included description of the device and problem. Customers were instructed to check their inventory and make a list of serial numbers of all applicable ActiveCare+S.F.T. and ActiveCare DVT devices in their inventory, include the list on the attached excel file (Field Action Verification Form) and email to [email protected]; even if they do not have any such devices. The letter also states that within 15 days from the email, they will receive instructions for the next steps. In addition, the letter stated -YOU MAY CONTINUE TO USE THE ActiveCare+S.F.T. DEVICES WHILE AWAITINGTHE INSTALLATION OF THE OVP. In case you have questions or you need any assistance, you can contact the firm at (317) 485-7887 or e-mail to: [email protected] or [email protected].

Distribution

Nationwide distribution.

Quantity

551 units