Z-1531-2013 Class II Terminated

Recalled by International Biomedical, Ltd. — Austin, TX

FDA device recall Z-1531-2013 was initiated by International Biomedical, Ltd. on May 24, 2013 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: International Biomedical has received reports of interference between the collection bag and the extension set connectors. Evaluation of the affected components indicates that the collection bag conne… The recall status is terminated (terminated July 29, 2013). Affected quantity: 7,000.

Recall Details

Product Type
Devices
Report Date
June 19, 2013
Initiation Date
May 24, 2013
Termination Date
July 29, 2013
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
7,000

Product Description

VIA Medical Collection Bag; The collection bag is an accessory waste bag used in conjunction with the sterile LVM blood gas sensor with the LVM Monitor. The collection bag is packaged in a tyvek pouch which is included in either replacement kit (777-3103) or LVM sensor kit (777-3102).

Reason for Recall

International Biomedical has received reports of interference between the collection bag and the extension set connectors. Evaluation of the affected components indicates that the collection bag connector can become occluded due to an over-tightening of the luer lock by the end user. To alleviate the occurrence of this issue in the fixture, the connector on the collection bag has been improved to

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide Distribution.

Code Information

Model/Part Number: 209-2113, or as part of kits 777-3103 and 777-3102. Collection Bag Lot numbers: 4389, 4465, 4478, 4516, 4530, 4430, 4489