The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1572-2013·Announced 2013-07-03

Maquet Pediatric Arterial Cannula Recalled for Incorrectly Sized Connectors

Maquet is recalling specific pediatric arterial cannula packs because they may contain incorrectly sized connectors. The recall affects 100 units distributed in the US and internationally.

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: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the hazard involves a structural defect (incorrectly sized connector) in a medical device used for critical procedures. No injuries or illnesses are reported in the source text, which aligns with the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Maquet Cardiovascular US Sales, LLC is recalling specific lots of Maquet Pediatric Arterial Cannula Packs. The recall is issued because the specified parts and lots may contain an incorrectly sized connector. These devices are used to introduce blood and sterile solutions into the systemic circulation during pediatric extracorporeal circulation procedures.

The recall involves 100 units, with 60 distributed domestically and 40 internationally. US distribution included Delaware, Illinois, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. International distribution included Germany, Turkey, and France. The affected catalogue numbers, part numbers, and lot numbers are: (1) 161410 (10 FR.): 701022682: 92056588; (2) 163610 (10 Fr): 70102597: 92059789; (3) 163608 (8 Fr.): 70102.2681: 92065640; and (4) 163606 (6 Fr.): 70102.2680: 92063566.

Healthcare providers and facilities should check their inventory for these specific part and lot numbers. If the affected devices are found, they should be removed from use and returned to the manufacturer or disposed of according to local regulations. The source text does not specify a direct action for individual consumers, as these are medical devices used in clinical settings.

The recalled product

Product
MAQUET GETINGE GROUP Arterial Cannula OD Used to introduce blood and sterile solutions into the systemic circulation during pediatric extracorporeal circulation procedures.

Distribution

Distributed in 6 states: