FDA Recall Terminated

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare reusable breathing circuit. Non-heated breathing circuit, 1.8m or 6 feet in length. Oxygen therapy delivery system for adult patient.

Recall: Z-0621-2013 · Initiated November 19, 2012

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0621-2013
Event Number
63794
Firm
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, Ltd.
FEI Number
3002806988
Product Code
BZO
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Initiated
November 19, 2012
Posted
January 3, 2013
Terminated
July 11, 2013
Address
15 Marcel Place East Tamaki, North Shore City New Zealand

Description

Fisher & Paykel Healthcare reusable breathing circuit. Non-heated breathing circuit, 1.8m or 6 feet in length. Oxygen therapy delivery system for adult patient.

Reason

FPH has become aware that one batch of tubes supplied to FPH may contain hole damage. These tubes were incorporated by FPH into certain 900MR068 reusable circuits with lot numbers 110810 and 111020. If this hole damage is not detected during the standard leak test before patient use, it could potentially result in a gas leak in the breathing system, which may lead to a loss of pressure for the int

Action

Fisher & Paykel sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated November 19, 2012, with a Product Recall Response Form to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to destroy and discard any affected circuits in their possession. Customers were instructed to complete and return the Product Recall Response form to the address indicated on the form, even if they have no affected product. Customers were asked to forward the recall notice to all those who need to be aware within their organization. Customers with questions should call 1-800-792-3912. For questions regarding this recall call 949-443-4095.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - USA including IL, IN, AR and GA.

Quantity

200 units total, 26 units US