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Hamilton-G5 Ventilator with software version V2.00x and Neonatal Option or V2.01x and Neonatal software. Hamilton-G5: ca

FDA device recall Z-1928-2011 · posted 2011-04-08 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Hamilton Medical Inc
Reason for recall
The adaptive volume/pressure regulation can be automatically and permanently reduced to PEEP + 3 mbar when a closed suctioning maneuver is performed on the patient and may be undetected by the operator.
Action taken
A Medical device Safety Alert and Corrective Action along with a cover letter, was sent to all locations on February 16, 2011. The letter identified the affected product along with the reason for recall. The letter states that operators deactivate the "high tidal volume" alarm as described in appendix K.4 of the operator's manual until the ventilator is upgraded with a corrected software. Distributors will upgrade the affected devices with the corrected software as soon as possible. Questions can be directed to 800-426-6331, ext 215.
Root cause
Software design
Status
Terminated
Product code
CBK
Quantity affected
97 units
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution -- MA, FL, GA, NC, MI, NC, MO, TX, and WV.
Date initiated
2011-02-16
Date posted
2011-04-08
Date terminated
2012-03-21
Location
Reno, NV

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