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Class II Recall

FlexoStretch Model Number: 3156057 - The combination of this products allows the user to easily adjust/control the cente

Hill-Rom, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for FlexoStretch Model Number: 3156057 - The combination of this products allows the by Hill-Rom, Inc.. Reason: Stretch Leveller has the potential to lose the function of maintaining a patient in the horizontal position when lifting and in motion. When this fun.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-2598-2021

Action Date

2021-10-06

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

FlexoStretch Model Number: 3156057 - The combination of this products allows the user to easily adjust/control the center of gravity during lift of patient.

Lot/Code Info: N/A

Quantity Affected: 129 units

Reason for Recall

Stretch Leveller has the potential to lose the function of maintaining a patient in the horizontal position when lifting and in motion. When this function is lost the patient can slide backwards and potentially may fall out of the Oct lift sheet back onto the surface it is being lifted from.

Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, CA, CO, DE, IL, ME, MI, MO, MS, NJ, OH, PA, VA, WA and the countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bolivia, Canada, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Latvia, Lithuania, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Province of China, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2021-08-11

Company

Hill-Rom, Inc.

Batesville, IN

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 201 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Hill-Rom, Inc. has 10 FDA actions in our database, including 10 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 (Hill-Rom, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Hill-Rom, Inc. have FDA actions?

Hill-Rom, Inc. has 10 FDA actions in our database, including 10 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2598-2021" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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