FDA Device

NeoPAP Neonatal CPAP/Humidification System (Ventilator, Continuous)

Hazard

Vapotherm humidification cartridges were found to contain microbial (Ralstonia spp.) cultures. This device uses cartridges from the same supplier.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Respironics contacted customers via tracked letter informing them to discontinue use of their NeoPAP system. Distributors were contacted via telephone and e-mail instructing them to contact their customers and instruct them to discontinue use of the NeoPAP system. The recalling firm issued a Customer Advisory Notice (CAN) dated 1/5/06 to all customers.

Products

NeoPAP Neonatal CPAP/Humidification System (Ventilator, Continuous)
Brand
Respironics, Inc.
UPC
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Units Affected

83 effected units were identified