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Gambro Phoenix Hemodialysis Machine, Model numbers: 6022933700, 6023006700, 6022966700, Gambro Dasco S.p.A., Italy.

FDA device recall Z-0200-2007 · posted 2006-11-21 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Gambro Renal Products, Inc.
Reason for recall
Defective Heat Exchanger/membrane; this may result in perforation of the membrane thus allowing the presence of infectious organisms and/or pathogens to pass from patient to patient.
Action taken
Consignees were notified by fax on 05/12/2006 and by letter on 05/16/2006. Until it was determined that their Phoenix system did not have an affected heat exchanger, users were instructed to disinfect the hydraulics flow path after each patient treatment. Gambro personnel will inspect each system and replace any affected heat exchangers.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
KDI
Quantity affected
613 machines (US), 170 machines (foreign)
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution, USA, including VA facilities in GA and NC. Foreign distribution to Canada, Korea and Mexico.
Date initiated
2006-05-12
Date posted
2006-11-21
Date terminated
2012-01-03
Location
Lakewood, CO

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