Baxter Healthcare recalls Life2000 Ventilator Systems with serial numbers listed in the database. The device may cause oxygen concentration issues when connected to oxygen concentrators, potentially leading to health risks. Affected units should be checked for proper connection and disconnection.
There is the potential for patient desaturation events to occur under certain scenarios when the Life2000 ventilation system is connected with an oxygen concentrator.
Baxter Healthcare is recalling Life2000 Ventilator Systems due to a risk when connected to oxygen concentrators. This could lead to improper oxygen delivery and health risks. Affected units have specific serial numbers listed in the database.
The ventilator may not function properly when connected to oxygen concentrators, potentially causing inadequate oxygen delivery and health risks.
Patients using Baxter Healthcare Life2000 Ventilator Systems with the listed serial numbers
Check if the ventilator is connected to an oxygen concentrator. If so, disconnect and verify proper operation.
If connected, disconnect and ensure the ventilator is operating correctly without the concentrator.
Ensure your unit's serial number is listed in the provided database to confirm it is affected.
Yes, if your ventilator has a serial number listed in the database and is connected to an oxygen concentrator.
Disconnect the ventilator from the oxygen concentrator and ensure it operates correctly without the concentrator.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Baxter Healthcare to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1139-2023 — Baxter Healthcare Baxter Healthcare Hello, I own a Baxter Healthcare that is covered by recall Z-1139-2023 from Baxter Healthcare. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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