Double Pump RF Patient Cassette; Product Number: 72204055. Intended to provide fluid distensio...

FDA Device Recall #Z-2705-2016 — Class II — May 10, 2016

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-2705-2016
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated May 10, 2016
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Medical Vision Ab
Location Nacka, N/A
Product Type Devices
Quantity 3,295 devices

Product Description

Double Pump RF Patient Cassette; Product Number: 72204055. Intended to provide fluid distension and irrigation and fluid suction during diagnostic and operative arthroscopic procedures.

Reason for Recall

Sterility of device may be compromised due to sterile package breakage.

Distribution Pattern

Distributed to the US, to the states of NH, OK, AL, PA, IL, MA, TX, MI, NC, CA, MN, CT, GA, NY, WI, KY, OH, VA, AL, NJ, TN, SD, and IN.

Lot / Code Information

All lot numbers of Double Pump RF Patient Cassettes delivered to the US, Batch numbers: 13I03, 14A01, 14A06, 14A09, 14A10, 14B03, 14B09, 14C06, 14C10, 14D07, 14D11, 14E06, 14E10, 14F01, 14F02, 14F03, 14F04, 14F10, 14F11, 14G07, 14H02, 14H04, 14H08, 14H09, 14J01, 14J02, and 14J03.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sterility recalls for medical devices vary in severity. If you have already had a procedure using a potentially non-sterile device, contact your healthcare provider immediately — you may need monitoring for signs of infection. Symptoms to watch for include fever, redness or swelling at the surgical site, unusual pain, or discharge. For devices that have not yet been used, they should be quarantined and returned to the manufacturer per the recall notice. Non-sterile implants can cause serious infections; early detection and treatment are critical.

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.