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Replaceable lead set for the Wireless Acquisition Module (WAM), which is the ECG front-end for va...

FDA Device Recall #Z-1819-2020 — Class II — March 18, 2020

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-1819-2020
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated March 18, 2020
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm WELCH ALLYN, INC/MORTARA
Location Milwaukee, WI
Product Type Devices
Quantity 78,521 units total

Product Description

Replaceable lead set for the Wireless Acquisition Module (WAM), which is the ECG front-end for various Electrocardiographs. Sold under the following device names: LEAD SET WAM 10 WIRE BANANA AHA GRAY, LEAD SET WAM 10 WIRE BANANA IEC GRAY, RPLCE LD SET WAM/AM12 LIMBS BANA AHA GRY, RPLCE LD SET WAM/AM12 LIMBS BANA IEC GRY, RPLCE LD SET WAM/AM12 V1-V3 BANA AHA GRY, RPLCE LD SET WAM/AM12 C1-C3 BANA IEC GRY, RPLCE LD SET WAM/AM12 V4-V6 BANA AHA GRY, RPLCE LD SET WAM/AM12 C4-C6 BANA IEC GRY, LEAD SET AM15E 13-WIRE BANANA AHA GRAY, LEAD SET AM15E 13-WIRE BANANA IEC GRAY, RPLCE LEAD SET AM15E E2-E4 BANANA AHA GRAY, LEAD SET WAM 10 WIRE CLIPS AHA GRAY, LEAD SET WAM 10 WIRE CLIPS IEC GRAY, RPLCE LD SET WAM/AM12 LIMBS CLIP AHA GRY, RPLCE LD SET WAM/AM12 LIMBS CLIP IEC GRY, RPLCE LD SET WAM/AM12 V1-V3 CLIP AHA GRY, RPLCE LD SET WAM/AM12 C1-C3 CLIP IEC GRY, RPLCE LD SET WAM/AM12 V4-V6 CLIP AHA GRY, RPLCE LD SET WAM/AM12 C4-C6 CLIP IEC GRY, LEAD SET WAM/AM12 10-WIRE BANANA AHA GRY, LEAD SET WAM/AM12 10-WIRE BANANA IEC GRY, LD SET WAM/AM12 10 WRE SHORT AHA CLIP, LD SET WAM/AM12 10 WRE SHORT IEC CLIP.

Reason for Recall

Impacted Welch Allyn products may not meet the Defibrillation Withstand requirements of EN/IEC 60601-2-25 Medical Electrical Equipment.

Distribution Pattern

US nationwide distribution in the states of AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, ON, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN,UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV and WY.

Lot / Code Information

Model Numbers: 9293-046-60 - 9293-047-71; 9293-017-50 - 9293-017-51; 9293-026-50 - 9293-026-51; 9293-061-50 - 9293-061-53; 9293-033-52 - 9293-033-53 and 9293-034-50.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact your physician immediately if you use an electrical device or implant affected by this recall. For external devices (monitors, pumps), stop using the device and contact the manufacturer for a replacement. For implanted devices (pacemakers, ICDs), your cardiologist will assess whether you need device replacement surgery — the decision depends on how dependent you are on the device and the actual failure rate observed in the field. Do not attempt to repair or modify a recalled electrical medical device yourself. Monitor for any new or unusual symptoms and report them to your doctor.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.

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