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Covidien Argyle Infant Heel Warmers (with tab) Item Code: MH00002T Product Usage: Intended for application of the right

FDA device recall Z-2444-2015 · posted 2015-08-21 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Covidien LLC
Reason for recall
Infant Heel warmers may break during activation resulting in spillage of the contents on patients or healthcare worker causing potential skin/eye irritations
Action taken
Medtronic/Covidien issued an Urgent Medical Device recall letter dated July 31, 2015 via mailed Certified. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. The letter instructed customers to quarantine and discontinue use of the affected products.. For questions or concerns,contact Medtronic representative or Customer Service at (800)-882-5878.
Root cause
Package design/selection
Status
Terminated
Product code
MPO
Quantity affected
164, 749 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the countries: Canada, Mexico, Panama, and Japan.
Date initiated
2015-07-31
Date posted
2015-08-21
Date terminated
2017-05-31
Location
North Haven, CT

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