System 1 base 100/120V The Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 is indicated for use in extracorporeal circulation of blood for arterial perfusion, regional perfusion, and cardiopulmonary bypass procedures only when used by a qualified perfusionist who is experienced in the operation of Sarns or similar equipment.
Hazard
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems sent a Safety Advisory (AA-2010-007-C) on December 2, 2010 (Recall# Z-0882/0883-2011 RES 57416) regarding malfunctions of the Occluder and Air Bubble Detection (ABD) Modules to a confined number of Terumo Advanced Perfusion System 1 users. The investigation of the malfunction found a faulty component on the modules' application board caused the failures. Terumo CVS re
What You Should Do
The firm, Terumo CVS, sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated July 26, 2012 to its customers. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. To customers were instructed to review this Medical Device Recall notice and addendum; assure that all users are aware of this notice and addendum; place the addendum in the front of Section 7: Modules (p 7.1) and confirm receipt of this communication by faxing the attached Customer Response Form to the fax number/email address indicated on form. Terumo CVS is issuing a Safety Advisory to alert all Terumo System 1 users of the potential for failure and providing an addendum for the Operator Manual with instruction on how to respond to the failure. If you have any question or concerns contact Terumo CVS Customer Service at 1-800-521-2818. Customer Service hours are Monday-Friday, 8AM - 6PM ET.
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Products
- Brand
- Terumo Cardiovascular Systems Corporation
- UPC
- catalog number: 801763 and serial numbers: 0011-0335, 0337-0610,1001-1034, 1037-1049,1100,1103-1106,1109-1450, and 1452.
Units Affected
992 units