The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2277-2019·Announced 2019-08-21

SunTech Medical Recalls Mislabeled Neonate Blood Pressure Cuffs

Suntech Medical is recalling 80 neonate blood pressure cuffs because size #3 cuffs were packaged with size #4 labels.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves a minor labeling error where the wrong size cuff was packaged. No injuries or illnesses are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Suntech Medical, Inc. is recalling 80 disposable neonate blood pressure cuffs. The affected product is the SunTech Medical Disposable, Neonate #4, 1-Tube, Male Bayonet, Blood Pressure Cuffs, sold in boxes of 20. The recall involves 4 boxes, totaling 80 cuffs, with catalog number 98-0400-98 and lot number A4H201.

The recall is due to a labeling error. The package labels indicate size #4 cuffs, but the actual cuffs inside the packages are size #3. This mislabeling could lead to the use of the incorrect cuff size for patient monitoring.

The affected units were distributed in Pakistan. Consumers and healthcare providers should stop using the affected cuffs and contact Suntech Medical, Inc. for instructions on return or replacement.

The recalled product

Product
SunTech Medical Disposable, Neonate #4, 1-Tube, Male Bayonet, Blood Pressure Cuffs, Box of 20

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)

  • Catalog # 98-0400-98 Lot Number: A4H201

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Same manufacturer · Suntech Medical, Inc.

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