Z-3040-2017 Class II Terminated
FDA device recall Z-3040-2017 was initiated by Baxter Healthcare Corporation on July 5, 2017 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: Baxter Healthcare Corporation has been made aware that users may not be following the instructions in the Operators Manual and incorrectly (using sharp objects) opening disposable set packaging while… The recall status is terminated (terminated October 5, 2020). Affected quantity: 15144 units.
Recall Details
- Product Type
- Devices
- Report Date
- August 23, 2017
- Initiation Date
- July 5, 2017
- Termination Date
- October 5, 2020
- Voluntary/Mandated
- Voluntary: Firm initiated
- Product Quantity
- 15144 units
Product Description
HomeChoice Automated PD system Model numbers: 5C4471, 5C4471R Product Usage: The HomeChoice Automated Personal Cycler is intended for automatic control of dialysate solution exchanges in the treatment of pediatric and adult renal failure patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis.
Reason for Recall
Baxter Healthcare Corporation has been made aware that users may not be following the instructions in the Operators Manual and incorrectly (using sharp objects) opening disposable set packaging while setting up their Peritoneal Dialysis (PD) therapy, damaging the cassettes for the HomeChoice or HomeChoice PRO cyclers. If damaged cassettes are used, the cyclers may not consistently detect very small holes/cuts in the sheeting of the cassette in the patient valve region and the cycler may deliver air into the patient.
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution
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