Inspire 8 Integrated Phisio OXY w/ HVR Reservoir, Sterile EO, Catalog # 050714 The intended uses for the two elements that constitute the oxygenator/reservoir integrated devices are: INSPIRE 8M Hollow Fiber Oxygenator: The INSPIRE 8M is intended for use in adult and small adult surgical procedures requiring cardiopulmonary bypass. It provides gas exchange support and blood temperature control. The INSPIRE 8M is intended to be used for 6 hours or less. INSPIRE HVR (Hardshell Venous/Cardiotomy Reservoir): The INSPIRE HVR is intended for use in adult and small adult surgical procedures requiring cardiopulmonary bypass. It collects, de-foams and filters venous blood and suction blood. INSPIRE HVR can be used post-operatively for chest drainage. The INSPIRE HVR is intended to be used for 6 hours or less.
- Company
- Livanova Usa
- Recall Initiated
- March 13, 2018
- Recall Number
- Z-1919-2018
- Quantity
- 70
- Firm Location
- Arvada, CO
Reason for Recall
Some integrated sterile INSPIRE family products contain an incorrect expiration date printed in the Unique Device Identification (UDI) bar code and readable code just beneath the barcode. Specifically, the expiration date is reported as DDMMYY instead of YYMMDD. The expiration date in the applicable field on the package labels are correct as printed.
Distribution
US Distribution to the states of : NJ, CA, MN, MO, MA
Lot / Code Info
Lot:1709190230, UDI: (01)08033178112369(17)200917(10)1709190230, Exp: 09/17/2020; Lot: 1710260210, UDI: (01)08033178112369(17)201024(10)1710260210, Exp: 10/24/2020
Root Cause
Incorrect or no expiration date
Action Taken
On March 13, 2018, notification letters were emailed. Customers were instructed to return response forms, which indicated the following: amount of unused product, and whether they would contact the firm to relabel effected products or if they preferred to be trained on the relabeling procedure. If product was further distributed, customers were instructed to send the notification letter to these additional customers within 2 business days. No action is required for product already used since it was consumed prior to the true expiration date. For further questions, please call (281) 228-7260.