RESERVOIR "Y" ADAPTER, (a) BT920 (b) BT926 Suction and Anticoagulation assemblies are indicated for use with an autotransfusion system between the suction tip and reservoir.
This recall is currently active, issued November 27, 2018. It was issued by Medtronic Perfusion Systems.
- Company
- Medtronic Perfusion Systems
- Recall Initiated
- November 27, 2018
- Recall Number
- Z-0785-2019
- Quantity
- 1100 units
- Firm Location
- Brooklyn Park, MN
- Official Source
- View on FDA website ↗
Reason for Recall
Medtronic discovered that certain Y-connectors included in the suction lines have exhibited tearing and cracking. These defects could cause the Y-connectors to leak when in use, which could result in potential blood loss and a breach in the circuit.
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) and countries of: Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, and Sweden.
Lot / Code Info
BT920: GTIN/UDI Lot/Serial Numbers 10673978522460 216044420 10673978522460 216062719 10673978522460 216438180 BT926: GTIN/UDI Lot/Serial Numbers 10673978522477 215782209 10673978522477 215903433 10673978522477 216034158 10673978522477 216107790 10673978522477 216372963 10673978522477 216438301
Root Cause
Process control
Action Taken
The firm, Medtronic, began notifying US consignees on 27-Nov-2018 via hand delivery to be followed up with a UPS 2-Day communication titled "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" to each listed consignee that does not confirm hand delivery. Communications OUS also began 27-Nov-2018 using locally approved methods. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were requested to do the following: 1. Identify and quarantine all unused affected product as listed in your inventory. 2. Return all unused affected product in your inventory to Medtronic. Contact Medtronic Customer Service at 1-800-854-3570 to initiate a product return. Your local Medtronic Representative can assist you in the return and replacement of this product as necessary. 3. Complete the enclosed Customer Confirmation Certificate and email to RS.CFQFCA@medtronic.com. If you have any questions about this action, please contact your Medtronic representative or call Director, Cardiac and Vascular Group, at 763-526-2513 or email: carlos.j.alfonzo@medtronic.com.