The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1194-2023·Announced 2023-03-08

Vascular diagnostic devices recalled due to air embolism misconnection risk

Unetixs Vascular recalls MultiLab Series II vascular diagnostic devices worldwide due to a design flaw where air lines can be misconnected to IV lines, potentially causing air embolism.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This is a Class II recall with no reported illnesses or injuries. The hazard—air embolism from device misconnection—poses real risk of serious harm, but falls under the rubric category of 'risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported,' warranting a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Unetixs Vascular, Inc. is recalling the MultiLab Series II LHS TI & ERGO non-invasive vascular diagnostic device (Model Number 11949-0000-01). A total of 2,310 units have been distributed worldwide, including throughout the United States.

The device contains luer fittings and adaptors that create a connection hazard. Specifically, the air line can be misconnected to an intravenous (IV) line. If this misconnection occurs, it may cause an air embolism—a potentially serious condition where air enters the bloodstream.

Healthcare facilities using this device should immediately stop using it and contact Unetixs Vascular for instructions regarding return or replacement. Any adverse events associated with this device should be reported to the FDA.

The recalled product

Product
MultiLab Series II LHS TI & ERGO non-invasive vascular diagnostic device, Model Number 11949-0000-01
Manufacturer
Unetixs Vascular, Inc.
Hazard
  • air-embolism
  • misconnection

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • All Serial Numbers

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.