FDA Recall Terminated

R2 Adult Zoll Non-Radiolucent Multifunction Electrodes, Catalog/REF 3111-1721, NON-STERILE, ASSEMBLED IN MEXICO, CONMED CORPORATION, 525 FRENCH ROAD, UTICA, NY 13505. This device, when connected to a monitor/defibrillator has the ability to monitor the electro-cardio function (ECG) of the patient. The device, when electrically activated by the monitor/defibrillator can pace the heart rate of the patient and may also transmit the electrical current to the patient for cardio-conversion. This is a non-sterile, disposable device.

Recall: Z-0735-2012 · Initiated March 9, 2011

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0735-2012
Event Number
60700
Firm
ConMed Corporation
FEI Number
3001451571
Product Code
LDD
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Packaging process control
Initiated
March 9, 2011
Posted
January 12, 2012
Terminated
January 12, 2012
Address
525 French Road, Utica, NY, 13502

Description

R2 Adult Zoll Non-Radiolucent Multifunction Electrodes, Catalog/REF 3111-1721, NON-STERILE, ASSEMBLED IN MEXICO, CONMED CORPORATION, 525 FRENCH ROAD, UTICA, NY 13505. This device, when connected to a monitor/defibrillator has the ability to monitor the electro-cardio function (ECG) of the patient. The device, when electrically activated by the monitor/defibrillator can pace the heart rate of the patient and may also transmit the electrical current to the patient for cardio-conversion. This is a non-sterile, disposable device.

Reason

The product lot was assembled with an R2 Connector, rather than a Zoll Connector.

Action

ConMed Corporation sent an "URGENT: DEVICE RECALL" letter dated March 9, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter describes the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter instructs customers to review their inventory for the affected product and to stop use of the devices immediately. A Business Reply Form was attached for customers to complete and return to the firm via fax to 315-624-3225. Additionally, instructions were provided on how to return the affected devices. Contact the ConMed Recall Coordinator at 315-624-3237 for questions regarding this notice.

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution-including the states of AZ, CA, IN, and MI.

Quantity

190 sets (2 pads per set in individual pouch)