FDA Recall Terminated

Alaris EtCO2 Module, Model 8300. A capnograph that continuously monitors end tidal carbon dioxide (EtCO2), fractional inspired carbon dioxide (FiCO2), and respiratory rate (RR).

Recall: Z-0455-2016 · Initiated November 12, 2015

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0455-2016
Event Number
72632
Firm
CareFusion 303, Inc.
FEI Number
2016493
Product Code
CCK
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Other
Initiated
November 12, 2015
Posted
December 21, 2015
Terminated
January 23, 2017
Address
10020 Pacific Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92121-4386

Description

Alaris EtCO2 Module, Model 8300. A capnograph that continuously monitors end tidal carbon dioxide (EtCO2), fractional inspired carbon dioxide (FiCO2), and respiratory rate (RR).

Reason

CareFusion is recalling the Alaris EtCO2 module model 8300 because it may have been tested during service using a higher than specified concentration of CO2. The effect to the EtCO2 module tested with a higher concentration of CO2 could lead to an incorrect measurement of CO2.

Action

CareFusion sent an Urgent: Medical Device Recall Notification Important letter dated November 2015, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. The Alaris EtCO2 Module ( model 8300) is being recalled because it may have been tested during service using a higher than specified concentration of CO2 Customers with questions regarding clinical inquiries, product complaints or clinical troubleshooting are instructed to contact Customer Advocacy at (888) 812-3266 or email at [email protected]. Customers with technical questions regarding the Alaris are instructed to contact Technical Support at (888) 812-3229 or by email at [email protected].

Distribution

US Distribution.

Quantity

157 units