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Class II Recall

Ambu VivaSight 2 DLT; endobronchial tube system used for verifying tube placement and repositioning. Catalog numbers 412

Ambu Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Ambu VivaSight 2 DLT; endobronchial tube system used for verifying tube placemen by Ambu Inc.. Reason: Firm has received complaints on the device concerning leak/rupture of either the bronchial or tracheal cuff. Leakage during procedure could lead to lo.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1420-2022

Action Date

2022-07-27

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Ambu VivaSight 2 DLT; endobronchial tube system used for verifying tube placement and repositioning. Catalog numbers 412351000, 412371000, 412391000, 412411000

Lot/Code Info: Catalog No: 412351000 UDI-DI: 5707480145706 1 each 5707480145713 5 pc/pack Catalog No. 412371000 UDI-DI: 5707480145737 1 each 5707480145744 5 pc/pack Catalog No. 412391000 UDI-DI: 5707480145768 1 each 5707480145775 5 pc/pack Catalog No. 412411000 UDI-DI: 5707480145799 1 each 5707480145805 5 pc/pack All lots

Quantity Affected: 12,921

Reason for Recall

Firm has received complaints on the device concerning leak/rupture of either the bronchial or tracheal cuff. Leakage during procedure could lead to loss of secure airway and will require re-intubation of patient.

Distribution

Domestic distribution nationwide. Foreign distribution to Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norge, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, UK Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Israel .

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2022-06-03

Company

Ambu Inc.

Columbia, MD

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 176 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Ambu Inc. has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 6 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Ambu Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Ambu Inc. have FDA actions?

Ambu Inc. has 6 FDA actions in our database, including 6 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1420-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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