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Z-0735-2012

R2 Adult Zoll Non-Radiolucent Multifunction Electrodes, Catalog/REF 3111-1721, NON-STERILE, ASSEMBLED IN...

ConMed Corporation / initiated 2011-03-09 / Terminated / root cause: packaging

ConMed Corporation began a recall of R2 Adult Zoll Non-Radiolucent Multifunction Electrodes, Catalog/REF 3111-1721, NON-STERILE, ASSEMBLED IN MEXICO, CONMED CORPORATION, 525 FRENCH ROAD, UTICA, NY... on . The reason FDA records is "The product lot was assembled with an R2 Connector, rather than a Zoll Connector". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated, and MDM tags the root cause as packaging.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-0735-2012
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
ConMed Corporation
Product
R2 Adult Zoll Non-Radiolucent Multifunction Electrodes, Catalog/REF 3111-1721, NON-STERILE, ASSEMBLED IN MEXICO, CONMED CORPORATION, 525 FRENCH ROAD, UTICA, NY 13505. This device, when connected to a monitor/defibrillator has the ability to monitor the electro-cardio function (ECG) of the patient. The device, when electrically activated by the monitor/defibrillator can pace the heart rate of the patient and may also transmit the electrical current to the patient for cardio-conversion. This is a non-sterile, disposable device.
Product code
LDD Dc-Defibrillator, Low-Energy, (Including Paddles)
Reason for recall
The product lot was assembled with an R2 Connector, rather than a Zoll Connector.
Root cause tag
packaging
FDA root cause
Packaging process control
Action
ConMed Corporation sent an "URGENT: DEVICE RECALL" letter dated March 9, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter describes the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter instructs customers to review their inventory for the affected product and to stop use of the devices immediately. A Business Reply Form was attached for customers to complete and return to the firm via fax to 315-624-3225. Additionally, instructions were provided on how to return the affected devices. Contact the ConMed Recall Coordinator at 315-624-3237 for questions regarding this notice.
Quantity in commerce
190 sets (2 pads per set in individual pouch)
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution-including the states of AZ, CA, IN, and MI.
Product codes and lots
Lot 1006284