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Abiomed, Inc. recalls Impella 5.0 intravascular micro axial blood pump, Product Number 005062
Recalled July 26, 2023 · FDA recall Z-2112-2023 · Abiomed
Hazard
There is a potential risk for unintentional interaction of the Impella motor housing with the distal stent of a transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) resulting in destruction of the impeller blades. This has resulted in low flow from the damaged Impella system. Systemic embolization of the fractured impeller material is a possibility. · FDA Class I
Units
9252 units
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Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide.
Description
There is a potential risk for unintentional interaction of the Impella motor housing with the distal stent of a transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) resulting in destruction of the impeller blades. This has resulted in low flow from the damaged Impella system. Systemic embolization of the fractured impeller material is a possibility.
Product
Impella 5.0 intravascular micro axial blood pump, Product Number 005062
Manufacturer(s)
Abiomed, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →