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ABACUS TPN Calculation Software, Baxa: 8300-0045 ABACUS CE (Calculator Edition), 8300-0046 ABACUS...

FDA Recall #Z-0539-2014 — Class II — December 3, 2013

Recall #Z-0539-2014 Date: December 3, 2013 Classification: Class II Status: Terminated

Product Description

ABACUS TPN Calculation Software, Baxa: 8300-0045 ABACUS CE (Calculator Edition), 8300-0046 ABACUS SE (Single-Workstation Edition), 8300-0047 ABACUS ME (Multi-Workstation Edition) ABACUS is a Windows¿ - based order entry TPN software application for comprehensive calculations and label printing. The primary use of Abacus is for TPN order calculations. Other uses of Abacus include: non-TPN volumes administered to patients on TPN therapy in order calculations; CVVH calculations; Cardioplegia (Buckburg) calculations; Epidural calculations; Dilutions from concentrated ingredient; Combinations of multiple ingredients; Fractional doses from larger volumes

Reason for Recall

Baxter Healthcare Corporation is issuing a voluntary correction for ABACUS Total parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Calculation Software versions 2.0 through 3.0 due to the possibility that a patient could receive another patient's TPN order as a result of data corruption.

Recalling Firm

Baxter Corporation Englewood — Englewood, CO

Classification

Class II — May cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Product Type

Devices

Product Quantity

2,211

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution

Code Information

Product Code: 8300-0045,,8300-0046,,8300-0047,,8300-0045,,8300-0046,,8300-0047,,8300-0045,,8300-0046,,8300-0047,,8300-0045,,8300-0046,,8300-0047,,8300-0045,,8300-0046,,8300-0047

Status

Terminated

Voluntary / Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated

What Should You Do?

Stop using this medical device immediately and consult your healthcare provider. Contact the recalling firm for instructions on return or replacement. If you experienced an adverse event, inform your doctor.

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