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Storz Equipment, Fluid Management Stand, for Fluid Management Systems, Product Number 26601EQ-KT

FDA device recall Z-0144-2008 · posted 2007-11-07 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Karl Storz Endoscopy America Inc
Reason for recall
Outflow Difference: The accuracy of the Equimat displayed value could be influenced by external factors of the cart/stand and may result in a fluctuating or inaccurate reading.
Action taken
All affected customers were notified via a Customer Letter issued on September 10, 2007 via FedEx overnight mail. The letter describes the problem with the device and the health hazard risk, and provides instructions for users to return the old stand and make arrangements for replacement stands.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
HIG
Quantity affected
287
Distribution
Nationwide
Date initiated
2007-08-17
Date posted
2007-11-07
Date terminated
2012-02-29
Location
Culver City, CA

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