FDA Recall Terminated

KCI RotoProne Critical Care Therapy System buckles for securing patient to the surface during proning therapy, Model 209500. Indicated for treatment and prevention of pulmonary complications.

Recall: Z-2182-2011 · Initiated February 18, 2011

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2182-2011
Event Number
58466
Firm
KCI USA, Inc.
FEI Number
1625774
Product Code
IKZ
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
February 18, 2011
Posted
May 10, 2011
Terminated
October 24, 2011
Address
4958 Stout Dr, San Antonio, TX, 78219-4334

Description

KCI RotoProne Critical Care Therapy System buckles for securing patient to the surface during proning therapy, Model 209500. Indicated for treatment and prevention of pulmonary complications.

Reason

Buckles used to secure patient to surface during proning therapy can come open if not properly engaged by user.

Action

Firm sent a letter with the "Warning: Improper Insertion of the RotoProne Therapy System Buckle Can Lead To Unintentional Bed Exit" to all consignees on 2/23/2011. The letter identified the affected product and the reason for the recall. Customers were instructed to read the attached product warning regarding the proper method to attach the RotoProne buckles and to post it with the device to ensure continued proper use of the buckles. If customers had questions regarding the proper use of the buckles, they were to contact KCI Customer Technical Service at 1-800-275-4524.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - USA and Kuwait.

Quantity

229 units