Flow-i Anesthesia System Product Usage: The indication for the Flow-i Anesthesia System is administering inhalation anesthesia while controlling the entire ventilation of patients with no ability to breath, as well as in supporting patients with a limited ability to breath. The system is intended for use on neonatal to adult patient populations. The system is intended for use in hospital environments, except MRI environment by healthcare professionals trained in inhalation anesthesia administration.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Model numbers: C20, C30 and C40 (Only Model # C20 for US) Part numbers: 66 77 200 (US Only), 66 77 300 and 66 77 400 Serial numbers (2743, 2852, 2854, 2855, 2856, 2858
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Maquet Cardiovascular Us Sales, Llc
- Reason for Recall:
- Electrical issues in the control, monitoring or panel sub-systems, caused by the printed circuit boards (PCBs) that control the sub-systems. The problems manifested as multiple re-starts of the sub-systems and, in a few instances, disabling of the system has occurred. Replacement PCBs are now available to correct the issues. Only the Model C20 is affected in the US.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Flow-i Anesthesia System Product Usage: The indication for the Flow-i Anesthesia System is administering inhalation anesthesia while controlling the entire ventilation of patients with no ability to breath, as well as in supporting patients with a limited ability to breath. The system is intended for use on neonatal to adult patient populations. The system is intended for use in hospital environments, except MRI environment by healthcare professionals trained in inhalation anesthesia administration.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Model numbers: C20, C30 and C40 (Only Model # C20 for US) Part numbers: 66 77 200 (US Only), 66 77 300 and 66 77 400 Serial numbers (2743, 2852, 2854, 2855, 2856, 2858
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0804-2016
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