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Medfusion Model 3500 Syringe Pump, Model #3500-415 and 3500-500. Intended for use in critical care areas for the adminis

FDA device recall Z-0996-2013 · posted 2013-03-26 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Smiths Medical ASD, Inc.
Reason for recall
An issue with the plunger rod seal was identified where the seal had the potential to migrate inside the pump case top during slow rate/ high back pressure infusions.
Action taken
On May 14th, 2010, Smiths Medical contacted the facility that received the pumps via e-mail and requested that they immediately return the pumps. The pumps were returned per Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) and exchanged for replacement pumps manufactured with plunger rod seal G6000077.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
FRN
Quantity affected
6
Distribution
Distributed in the state of NH.
Date initiated
2010-05-14
Date posted
2013-03-26
Date terminated
2013-04-11
Location
Saint Paul, MN

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