Maquet recalls Vasoshield syringe packs with model VH-5001 due to potential ink chip causing patient harm. Affected units have specific serial numbers and UDI-DI codes.
Ink on the Vasoshield syringe Maquet logo may chip resulting in an unreasonable risk of harm to the patient. Potential harms may include foreign body reaction, coronary embolic event, and peripheral embolic event.
Maquet is recalling Vasoshield syringe packs model VH-5001 because ink on the Maquet logo may chip, risking patient harm like foreign body reactions or embolic events. This is a serious issue for medical use where precise injections are critical.
The ink on the syringe's Maquet logo can chip during use, potentially entering the bloodstream. This may cause foreign body reactions or block blood flow in the heart or limbs, leading to serious health issues.
Healthcare professionals using these syringes for medical injections are most at risk. Patients receiving injections with the recalled syringes could face complications.
Check for model VH-5001 syringes with serial numbers: 25147126, 25151632, 25152389, 25152964, 25163138, or 25162077. The UDI-DI code 00607567700468 also identifies these units.
Verify the syringe model is VH-5001 and matches the listed serial numbers or UDI-DI code.
Chipped ink could cause foreign body reactions or embolic events, such as blockages in the heart or limbs.
Look for model VH-5001 with serial numbers: 25147126, 25151632, 25152389, 25152964, 25163138, or 25162077, or UDI-DI code 00607567700468.
The recall does not require immediate stop use; however, healthcare professionals should check for the model and serial numbers before use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Maquet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0996-2023 — Maquet Maquet Hello, I own a Maquet that is covered by recall Z-0996-2023 from Maquet. 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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