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  • J&J limits use of Megadyne electrodes due to burn risk

    The FDA said 15 injuries have been tied to the use of three models of Megadyne patient return electrodes.

    By July 12, 2024
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    Medtronic recalls endotracheal tubes over blockage risk

    The Food and Drug Administration has told healthcare providers to stop using the two affected types of endotracheal tubes.

    By July 11, 2024
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    Medical device safety in spotlight after high profile recalls

    From Philips’ massive recall of respiratory devices to ongoing health risks with breast implants, medical devices tied to patient harm have put a focus on product safety.

    By MedTech Dive staff
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    Philips recall of imaging coils tied to 12 injuries

    Several models of coils used in MRI scanners were recalled due to the risk of overheating, which can cause serious burns.

    By July 9, 2024
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    Retrieved from Cardinal Health on July 02, 2024
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    FDA continues crackdown on plastic syringes made in China

    The agency has issued import bans for four manufacturers, and multiple companies have recalled affected syringes. Check out MedTech Dive’s roundup of the news.

    By July 2, 2024
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    FDA walks back injury, death reports on recent Philips BiPAP recall

    The agency now says 10 injuries and seven deaths are associated with the problem. The updated numbers match figures shared by Philips and are significantly below the original report.

    By Updated July 11, 2024
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    Baxter recalls ventilation systems for charging malfunctions

    This comes a year after the healthcare company recalled the Life2000 Ventilation System due to oxygen desaturation risks.

    By June 27, 2024
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    Merit Medical recalls plastic syringes made by Jiangsu Shenli

    Merit’s recall comes amid broader FDA scrutiny of plastic syringes made in China.

    By June 17, 2024
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    Teleflex catheter kit recall linked to 31 injuries, 3 deaths

    Teleflex reported 322 complaints about a safety problem that can prevent the balloon from fully inflating.

    By June 14, 2024
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    Masimo embroiled in dual DOJ, SEC probes

    Masimo will have to juggle the government inquiries while also dealing with an activist investor-led proxy battle.

    By June 13, 2024
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    Abbott issues recall for Heartmate system monitor

    Abbott’s heart pump system and related products have been part of multiple Class I recalls this year.

    By June 11, 2024
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    Medtronic recalls neurosurgery navigation system for software error

    A problem with the Stealthstation S8 could cause incorrect device placement during surgery. It is the fourth recall of Stealthstation software in the past 12 months.

    By June 6, 2024
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    Philips reports 7 deaths linked with BiPAP alarm problem

    Philips recalled three BiPAP models because an alarm can incorrectly engage and shut down the ventilator under certain circumstances. 

    By May 29, 2024
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    Medline, Chinese manufacturer launch recalls for plastic syringes

    Medline and Jiangsu Shenli Medical Production are at the center of the FDA’s probe of plastic syringes made in China.

    By May 24, 2024
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    Retrieved from Hologic on May 23, 2024
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    Hologic recalls more than 53,000 radiographic markers linked to 71 injuries

    The Biozorb devices are staying on the market, but Hologic has asked people to report adverse events such as pain.

    By May 23, 2024
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    Boston Scientific recalls more than 1M angiographic catheters

    Hospitals should discontinue use of the devices and return them due to potential safety risks, Boston Scientific wrote in a March letter to customers.

    By May 15, 2024
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    Abbott recalls Heartmate pump after 70 injuries, 2 deaths reported

    In the latest notice, which follows a February recall of the device for a separate issue, Abbott took action due to reports of blood leakage and air entrapment.

    By Updated May 16, 2024
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    J&J’s Megadyne discontinues pediatric electrode pad after burn reports

    Megadyne discontinued the product globally after receiving four reports of patients being burned in procedures when the electrode pads were used.

    By May 13, 2024
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    Route 92 catheter recall tied to 2 injuries, 1 death

    The affected devices were manufactured by an outside supplier, not Route 92, and had product quality problems.

    By May 13, 2024
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    Tandem reports 224 injuries related to faulty insulin pump app

    A problem with Tandem’s iPhone app could drain the battery of the connected insulin pump, causing it to power down sooner than expected.

    By May 9, 2024
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    FDA tells providers to stop using Getinge heart devices

    After months of safety concerns, the FDA said Getinge has yet to “sufficiently” address the problems and risks.

    By May 9, 2024
  • Cardinal receives FDA warning letter over unapproved syringes

    The agency has recently increased scrutiny of plastic syringes made in China because of safety concerns, including blocking imports from two Chinese manufacturers.

    By May 2, 2024
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    Philips reaches major settlements related to respiratory devices recall

    A judge recently finalized an economic claims settlement, and Philips said it reached an agreement on medical claims.

    By May 2, 2024
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    Philips agrees to $1.1B settlement of US respiratory recall lawsuits

    CEO Roy Jakobs said on a first-quarter earnings call that “for the U.S., this is as final as it can get.”

    By April 29, 2024
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    Fresenius Medical Care recalls 2M dialysis devices over toxin exposure risk

    Nearly 2.2 million devices are affected by the recall. Fresenius Medical Care will not have to remove products due to the issue.

    By April 26, 2024
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    Infutronix infusion pump recall linked to 6 injuries, 1 death

    The FDA’s recall notice sheds light on the impact to patients weeks after the company told customers it would pull Nimbus pumps from the market.

    By April 26, 2024