Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1- 6" Roller Pump for Terumo System 1 (gray) Product Usage: The Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 is indicated for use for up to 6 hours on the extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures, when used by a qualified medical professional who is experienced in the operation of this or similar equipment.
Hazard
Terumo CVS discovered that our In house service center has incorrectly installed a felt washer into the main bearing of nine roller pumps that had been returned for repair or preventative maintenance unrelated to the felt washer. The felt washer was added as a validated running change to production to all roller pumps manufactured since February 2009. The felt washer should not have been installed
What You Should Do
Terumo sent an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE REMOVAL notification letter dated November 10, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter described the affected products, problem, potential hazards, and important clinical information. Replacement roller pumps will be configured at the customer site by a Terumo Field representative with the affected roller pumps being returned via normal returned goods process. Customers were asked to complete the attached response form and fax to the number indicated on the form. For questions or concerns contact Terumo CVS Customer Service at 1-800-521-2818.
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Products
- Brand
- Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
- UPC
- Catalog number 816571 (Serial Number 5315)
Units Affected
1 unit