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Tru-Link DIN unshielded ECG cable, 5-lead

FDA device recall Z-0063-06 · posted 2005-11-03 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Spacelabs Medical Incorporated
Reason for recall
ECG 5-lead cable miswired - A physician could interpret the incorrect polarities as a conduction defect.
Action taken
On 9/16/05 the firm sent a letter to their customers advising of the problem. The customer was requested to check the code on their cables, and if the suspect code, discard the cable. The customer was provided a response sheet to indicate they received the notification and to request new cables.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
DSI
Quantity affected
632 cables
Distribution
Cables were distributed to 9 US hospitals/medical centers and 30 international customers.
Date initiated
2005-09-16
Date posted
2005-11-03
Date terminated
2006-02-14
Location
Issaquah, WA

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