LifePAK 500 Automated External Defibrillator, model numbers: 3005400-XXX, U3005400-XXX, 3011790-XXX/, U3011790-XXX - Product Usage: The LIFEPAK 500 AED is a semi-automatic defibrillator that uses a patented Shock Advisory System. This software algorithm analyzes the patient s electrocardiographic (ECG) rhythm and indicates whether it detects a shockable rhythm. The LIFEPAK 500 AED requires operator interaction to defibrillate the patient.

Class I - Dangerous

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Recall Details

Company:
Physio-Control, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Automated External Defibrillators may not detect a patient connection due to mechanical wear-through of the contact plating on the therapy connector. The wear-through could result in the device not recognizing a patient is connected which could result in a delay in treatment
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

LifePAK 500 Automated External Defibrillator, model numbers: 3005400-XXX, U3005400-XXX, 3011790-XXX/, U3011790-XXX - Product Usage: The LIFEPAK 500 AED is a semi-automatic defibrillator that uses a patented Shock Advisory System. This software algorithm analyzes the patient s electrocardiographic (ECG) rhythm and indicates whether it detects a shockable rhythm. The LIFEPAK 500 AED requires operator interaction to defibrillate the patient.

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Official Source

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FDA Recall Number: Z-1633-2020

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