FDA Recall Terminated

The Bigger-Better-Bladder, TM 2 With 3/8"ID tubing, 72" long tubing, ITEM BBB38-72 A device that isolates pressure tranducers from blood contact when measurements of blood pressure in extracorporeal circuits are made during short and long term procedures. The pressure signal can be used to control pump speed. It is also used as an inline reservoir to provide compliance in the circuit during short and long term procedures. Measures pressure noninvasively in the extracorporeal circuit and provide compliance in the venous line between the patient and the pump.

Recall: Z-2832-2016 · Initiated July 1, 2016

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2832-2016
Event Number
74991
Firm
Circulatory Technology Inc
FEI Number
1000522036
Product Code
DTN
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
July 1, 2016
Terminated
June 14, 2018
Address
21 Singworth St, Oyster Bay, NY, 11771-3703

Description

The Bigger-Better-Bladder, TM 2 With 3/8"ID tubing, 72" long tubing, ITEM BBB38-72 A device that isolates pressure tranducers from blood contact when measurements of blood pressure in extracorporeal circuits are made during short and long term procedures. The pressure signal can be used to control pump speed. It is also used as an inline reservoir to provide compliance in the circuit during short and long term procedures. Measures pressure noninvasively in the extracorporeal circuit and provide compliance in the venous line between the patient and the pump.

Reason

The seal between the balloon and the housing may leak.

Action

The firm, Circulatory Technology Inc., sent an amended "Urgent: Expanded Device Recall" letter dated July 1, 2016, and response form to their customers via email. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to immediately inspect their inventory, quarantine and prepare to ship the product back to Circulatory Technology Inc. Customers were also instructed to complete and return the response form via email to [email protected]. Customers with questions can call 516-624-2424, Monday through Friday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM, EST.

Distribution

US Distribution to states of: LA, MI, NY, OH, OR & TX.

Quantity

20 units