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Alaris PC unit model 8015 with software version 9.12 Product Usage: The Alaris PC unit is the central programming, monit

FDA device recall Z-1112-2013 · posted 2013-04-15 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Carefusion Corporation
Reason for recall
The recall was initiated because Carefusion has identified potential risk associated with bolus programming with the Alaris PC unit (model 8015) software version 9.12. Automating infusion pump parameter input from either the electronic medical record (EMR) or the Alaris Auto-ID module for a continuous infusion with a bolus dose option may result in a loss of information from the Guardrails Data s
Action taken
Carefusion sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification letter dated March 6, 2013 to all affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers are required to confirm receipt of the notification by returning the Recall response card to Carefusion by postage-paid, self-addressed mail, fax, or email. The letter stated that a Carefusion representatives will contact customers by telephone to schedule field remediation. For questions call Carefusion Support Center at 888-562-6018, Customer Advocacy at 888-812-3266, and/or Technical Support at 888-812-3229.
Root cause
Software design
Status
Terminated
Product code
FRN
Quantity affected
4,090 total units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution USA Nationwide and the countries of Australia and Canada.
Date initiated
2013-03-06
Date posted
2013-04-15
Date terminated
2014-05-08
Location
San Diego, CA

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