ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-0767-2012 ยท DTZ Oxygenator, Cardiopulmonary Bypass

Sorin Group USA, Inc.

D 905 EOS Oxygenator extracorporeal membrane, Sterile EO, Distributed in U.S. by: Sorin Group USA, Inc, 14401 W. 65th Way, Arvada, CO 80004, manufactured by: Sorin Group Italia, Via Statale 12 Nord, 86, 41037 Mirandola (MO) Italy. Intended for use in small-adult or adult surgical procedures requiring extracorporeal gas exchange support and blood temperature control for periods up to 6 hours.

DateJan 14, 2012 (initiated Dec 2, 2011)
StatusTerminated
ReasonCustomer complaints of a leak between the blood and water compartments of the heat exchanger used in the oxygenators due to prolonged contact of the heat exchangers with sodium chloride causing micro-holes.
Root causeDevice Design
ActionUrgent Field Safety Notices dated December 2, 2011 were sent to customers. The letter identified the affected products and described the problem. The letter also provided additional directions to the Instructions for Use in order to minimize risk and clarify priming procedures. Customers were to communicate the new warning to all personnel in the use of the affected products and complete the Customer Response Form. The form should be returned via fax or e-mail. Questions should be directed towards Sorin Group Customer Service at 1-800-650-2623.
Quantity1,808 units (Sold as standalone devices)
DistributionWorldwide Distribution
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K043323D 905 EOS HOLLOW FIBER OXYGENATOR WITH INTEGRATED HARDSHELL VENOUS/CARDIOTOMY RESERVOIR
Dideco S.R.L., Feb 1, 2005