ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-1232-2023 ยท DSP System, Balloon, Intra-Aortic And Control

Datascope Corp.

Cardiosave Rescue. Model Number: 0998-00-0800-83.

DateMar 6, 2023 (initiated Feb 7, 2023)
StatusOpen, Classified
ReasonFirm has received reports of damaged, worn, or torn O-rings on the Cardiosave Pump Console quick disconnect fitting, which results in helium tank leaks. If the helium supply is depleted, therapy will be interrupted.
Root causeEquipment maintenance
ActionFirm notified customers on February 7, 2023, in an Urgent Medical Device Correction letter which discussed four issues in total - this issue was Issue #4. Customers were instructed to contact their Datascope/Getinge service representative if they observe any visual damage to the O-ring installed as part of the quick disconnect fitting. Datascope/Getinge is currently updating the annual Preventive Maintenance instruction to include replacement of the quick disconnect fitting O-ring. If you have any questions, please contact your Datascope/Getinge representative or call the Datascope/Geting
Quantity47 units (44 US, 3 OUS)
DistributionNationwide US distribution. Worldwide international distribution.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K181122CARDIOSAVE Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump
Datascope Corp., May 31, 2018