Recall Z-0435-2013 ยท DTQ Console, Heart-Lung Machine, Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
100/120V AC, Advanced Perfusion System Platform (APS) The Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 is indicated for use for up to 6 hours on the extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures, when used by a qualified medical professional who is experienced in the operation of this or similar equipment.
| Date | Nov 27, 2012 (initiated Nov 14, 2012) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Reason | Terumo Cardiovascular System (TCVS) has received reports of a situation where users experienced a total loss of functionality for some System 1 units. The reports indicate that the units went blank and shut down with no sign of power and battery backup did not initiate. The result is all pumps stop, with no safety system functionality, and the battery would not be activated. The user would be limi |
| Root cause | Device Design |
| Action | Terumo Cardiovascular Systems sent a Urgent Medical Device Recall Correction letter dated November 14, 2012, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. Terumo CVS is alerting all users of Terumo System 1 of the reports of malfunction. Customers were instructed to: 1. Review this Medical Device Safety Advisory. 2. Assure that all users are aware of this notice. 3. Confirm receipt of this communication by faxing, or emailing the attached Customer Response Form to the fax number/email address indicated on the f |
| Quantity | 1647 units total |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution--USA (nationwide) including the states of AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, and WV. |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |
510(k) clearances named in this recall
| K022947 | ADVANCED PERFUSION SYSTEM 1 (100/120 VOLT),ADVANCED PERFUSION SYSTEM 1 (220/240 VOLT, ROLLER PUMPS (6, 4 INCH Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corp., Mar 20, 2003 |