FDA Recall Terminated

Zoll pedi.padz Reduced Energy Multi-Function Electrodes (MFE) Part number: 8900-0401 Used in connection with Zoll M Series and E series Defibrillators specifically for pediatric patients.

Recall: Z-1011-2012 · Initiated December 30, 2011

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1011-2012
Event Number
60835
Firm
Bio-Detek, Inc.
FEI Number
1218058
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Process control
Initiated
December 30, 2011
Posted
February 13, 2012
Terminated
December 11, 2012
Address
525 Narragansett Park Dr, Pawtucket, RI, 02861-4323

Description

Zoll pedi.padz Reduced Energy Multi-Function Electrodes (MFE) Part number: 8900-0401 Used in connection with Zoll M Series and E series Defibrillators specifically for pediatric patients.

Reason

Lack of an adequate silicone seal around the periphery of the attenuator enclosure may allow fluid to enter.

Action

Zoll Medical issued Urgent Device Correction notices dated 12/30/11 via UPS/Registered Mail. The letter described the issue and identified the affected product. ZOLL recommended that customers alert their staff of the issue, that the electrodes should be kept away from a fluid environment, to use caution in handling the electrodes if they are subjected to a fluid environment and maintain safe defibrillation practice, and seek a replacement if available. Also customers should contact Zoll 1-800-348-9011 for product replacement. The firm plans to replace the affected lots free of charge.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution -- US and Canada.

Quantity

3,080 units