Getinge recalls specific operating table models due to potential hydraulic leakage causing unintended table movements that may delay surgery. Affected units include part numbers 118001A0 through 118001D0.
There is a potential for hydraulic leakage at the inclination function to occur resulting in an unintended Trendelenburg or anti-Trendelenburg movement of the table top depending on patient positioning which may lead to the patient having to be transferred to another OR table causing a delay in the procedure.
Getinge is recalling certain operating table models because hydraulic leakage could cause the table to move unexpectedly while a patient is on it. This might require transferring the patient to another table, delaying surgery.
Hydraulic leakage in the table's inclination system can cause unintended Trendelenburg or anti-Trendelenburg movements. This may happen when a patient is positioned on the table, potentially requiring a transfer to another table and delaying surgery.
Surgical staff and patients using the affected operating tables. Those most at risk are patients during procedures when the table moves unexpectedly.
Check for part numbers 118001A0 to 118001D0 or serial numbers listed in the recall notice. The UDI codes provided are also specific identifiers for affected units.
Identify your operating table's part number or serial number to see if it matches the recalled models listed in the recall notice.
The recall is due to potential hydraulic leakage that could cause unintended table movements, possibly delaying surgery if a patient needs to be transferred.
Part numbers 118001A0 through 118001D0 are affected, along with specific serial numbers and UDI codes listed in the recall notice.
No, but you should check if your table is affected and take action if it is. The hazard requires caution, not immediate discontinuation.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Getinge to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1296-2021 — Getinge Getinge Hello, I own a Getinge that is covered by recall Z-1296-2021 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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