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SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1313-2023·Announced 2023-04-19

Ivenix Large Volume Infusion Pump Recalled Due to Fluid Ingress Risk

Fresenius Kabi is recalling the Ivenix Infusion System Large Volume Pump (Model LVP-0004) because fluid ingress can damage the device, causing loss of electrical function and preventing or halting infusion.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: This is an FDA Class I recall, which mandates a minimum severity score of 4 (Severe). Although no illnesses or injuries have been reported, the potential for device malfunction during critical infusions constitutes a severe risk.

Plain-English summary

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC is recalling the Ivenix Infusion System (IIS), Large Volume Pump, Model No. LVP-0004. The device is subject to a potential defect involving fluid ingress into the electrical components.

When fluid enters the pump, it can damage the electrical system and cause the Set ID Sensory to fail. This can result in prevention of infusion or halting of an active infusion.

Approximately 1,546 units were distributed domestically to healthcare facilities in California, Colorado, New Jersey, Wisconsin, and Utah.

Healthcare providers using this device should stop use immediately and contact Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC for further instructions. Patients receiving infusions should discuss any concerns with their healthcare provider.

The recalled product

Product
Ivenix Infusion System (IIS), Large Volume Pump, Model No. LVP-0004
Manufacturer
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC
Hazard
  • fluid-ingress
  • electrical-failure
  • infusion-failure

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 (20)

  • UDI-DI: 00811505030320
  • Serial No.: 2118200008
  • 2118200011
  • 2119300411
  • 2119300412
  • 2119300414
  • 2119300415
  • 2119300416
  • 2119300417
  • 2119300418
  • 2119300421
  • 2119300422
  • 2119300424
  • 2119300426
  • 2119300427
  • 2119300428
  • 2119300429
  • 2119300430
  • 2119300431
  • 2119300432

Distribution

Distributed in 5 states:

  • CA
  • CO
  • NJ
  • UT
  • WI