Getinge recalls extension tabletops (model 1140.20F0 and 1140.20AN) due to risk of sudden back rest drop causing patient head injury if falling head-first. Product discontinued in 2008.
The back rest may unintentionally drop suddenly, resulting in adverse health consequences if a patient were to fall on the floor head first and at a steep angle.
Getinge is recalling extension tabletops for operating tables that could suddenly drop, potentially causing serious injury if a patient falls head-first. This recall affects specific model numbers sold before 2008.
The back rest may drop unexpectedly, causing a patient to fall on the floor head-first at a steep angle. This could lead to serious injury from the impact, especially if the patient is not properly secured.
Patients and medical staff using the extension tabletops during surgery. Those most at risk are patients who could fall head-first if the back rest drops suddenly.
Check for model numbers 1140.20F0 (serials 3, 8, 9, 10) or 1140.20AN (serial 851). These tabletops were sold before 2008 and no longer have a unique device identifier.
Identify the model number on the product to see if it matches 1140.20F0 or 1140.20AN.
If you have a recalled model, stop using it immediately to prevent potential injury.
The back rest may drop suddenly, causing a patient to fall head-first on the floor at a steep angle, which could result in serious injury.
Model 1140.20F0 with serial numbers 3, 8, 9, 10 and model 1140.20AN with serial number 851.
The product was discontinued in 2008 and no remedy is provided in this recall notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Getinge to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0239-2023 — Getinge Getinge Hello, I own a Getinge that is covered by recall Z-0239-2023 from Getinge. 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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