Sarns TCM II; The Sarns Temperature Control and Monitor unit (TCM) II (system) is a source of temperature controlled water for blood heat exchangers used in an extracorporeal circuit and for blankets to externally heat or cool the patient. It also freezes water for an ice supply, monitors temperatures in the patient and extracorporeal circuit, and allows gradient rewarming relative to a venous blood temperature. Product Usage: The Sarns TCM II is indicated for controlling and monitoring patient temperature.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    The Sarns Temperature Control and Monitor unit (TCM), TCM II TUV, 115V (P/N 4415), TCM II TUV, 220V (P/N 4416), TCM II, with Cardioplegia, 11 OV/60Hz (P/N 164925) TCM II, without Cardioplegia, 110V/60Hz (P/N 164930) TCM II, with Cardioplegia, 220V/50Hz (P/N 164935) TCM II, without Cardioplegia, 220V/50Hz (P/N 164940)
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. 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:
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
Reason for Recall:
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems (Terumo CVS) is conducting a voluntary recall of its heater-cooler devices due to the distributor no longer selling the Interchlor sanitizer (Product Code 205) referenced in its heater-cooler cleaning instructions.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Sarns TCM II; The Sarns Temperature Control and Monitor unit (TCM) II (system) is a source of temperature controlled water for blood heat exchangers used in an extracorporeal circuit and for blankets to externally heat or cool the patient. It also freezes water for an ice supply, monitors temperatures in the patient and extracorporeal circuit, and allows gradient rewarming relative to a venous blood temperature. Product Usage: The Sarns TCM II is indicated for controlling and monitoring patient temperature.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

The Sarns Temperature Control and Monitor unit (TCM), TCM II TUV, 115V (P/N 4415), TCM II TUV, 220V (P/N 4416), TCM II, with Cardioplegia, 11 OV/60Hz (P/N 164925) TCM II, without Cardioplegia, 110V/60Hz (P/N 164930) TCM II, with Cardioplegia, 220V/50Hz (P/N 164935) TCM II, without Cardioplegia, 220V/50Hz (P/N 164940)

Distribution:

Nationwide distribution

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2209-2016

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