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Alaris EtCO2 Module, Model 8300. A capnograph that continuously monitors end tidal carbon dioxide (EtCO2), fractional in

FDA device recall Z-0455-2016 · posted 2015-12-21 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
CareFusion 303, Inc.
Reason for recall
CareFusion is recalling the Alaris EtCO2 module model 8300 because it may have been tested during service using a higher than specified concentration of CO2. The effect to the EtCO2 module tested with a higher concentration of CO2 could lead to an incorrect measurement of CO2.
Action taken
CareFusion sent an Urgent: Medical Device Recall Notification Important letter dated November 2015, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. The Alaris EtCO2 Module ( model 8300) is being recalled because it may have been tested during service using a higher than specified concentration of CO2 Customers with questions regarding clinical inquiries, product complaints or clinical troubleshooting are instructed to contact Customer Advocacy at (888) 812-3266 or email at customerfeedback@carefusion.com. Customers with technical questions regarding the Alaris are instructed to contact Technical Support at (888) 812-3229 or by email at DL-US-INF-TechSupport@carefusion.com.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
CCK
Quantity affected
157 units
Distribution
US Distribution.
Date initiated
2015-11-12
Date posted
2015-12-21
Date terminated
2017-01-23
Location
San Diego, CA

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MEDLEY ETCO2 MODULE (INCLUDES ACCESSORIES), MODEL 8300 (K031741)Alaris Medical Systems, Inc.2004-02-09