Ohmeda Medical Recalls Rotating IV Poles Due to Fall Risk

Plain-English summary

Ohmeda Medical is recalling 1,179 rotating IV poles, including 1,004 units in the United States and 175 units outside the U.S. The affected model is 6600-0851-800, with lot codes ranging from LAU13921134 to LAU14720444. These poles are optional accessories used to consolidate patient equipment, such as IV pumps and feeding pumps, and are compatible with various incubators and warmers.

The recall was initiated because there is a potential for the rotating IV pole to fall. If the pole falls, it could result in injury to a bystander holding the patient or to the operator. The FDA has classified this as a Class II recall.

Healthcare facilities should identify any affected units by checking the model and lot numbers. Users should stop using the recalled poles and contact Ohmeda Medical for further instructions on remediation or replacement.

The recalled product

Product

Rotating IV Pole Rotating IV Pole falls under the category classified as capital equipment, an optional accessory that may be purchased to facilitate attachment and consolidation of patient equipment to one central patient care area. Devices commonly attached to IV poles inc

Manufacturer

Ohmeda Medical

Category

Medical Device — IV Poles

Hazard

• fall
• injury

Distribution

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