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Caridian BCT COBE Spectra System Blood Warmer, Catalog number 950000000.

FDA device recall Z-1504-2012 · posted 2012-05-09 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
CaridianBCT, Inc.
Reason for recall
Potential for air entry into the fluid pathway of the COBE Spectra due to a leak at the return luer connection to an elevated bloodwarmer when directions for use are not followed.
Action taken
Caridian BCT sent a letter to customers dated June 2011. It was a Field labeling addendum to the COBE Spectra Apheresis System Operator's Manual stating: "When connecting a blood warmer tubing set to the return line, ensure that the tubing connection is tight. Put the luer connection no higher than 20 in (50 cm) above the return access to prevent the possibility of air entering the tubing." This correction was distributed to all consignees and is included with the current version of the owner's manual.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
LKN
Quantity affected
2459 machines
Distribution
Worldwide distribution including USA, Canada, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Netherlands, UK, Hong Kong, Hungary, In
Date initiated
2011-10-26
Date posted
2012-05-09
Date terminated
2012-05-11
Location
Lakewood, CO

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