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GE Medical Systems, LLC recalls GE Healthcare, Aisys and Aisys CS2. Intended to provide general inhalation anesthesia and ventilator support to a wid
Recalled May 4, 2016 · FDA recall Z-1562-2016 · GE Medical Systems
Hazard
The vacuum suction tubing could be kinked within the machine resulting in suction less than the 20 lpm required by ISO 10079-3. This could result in inadequate suction performance to clear the airway and inadequate ventilation of the patient. · FDA Class II
Units
952 (488 US; 464 OUS)
Sold at
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Description
The vacuum suction tubing could be kinked within the machine resulting in suction less than the 20 lpm required by ISO 10079-3. This could result in inadequate suction performance to clear the airway and inadequate ventilation of the patient.
Product
GE Healthcare, Aisys and Aisys CS2. Intended to provide general inhalation anesthesia and ventilator support to a wide range of patients (neonatal, pediatric, and adult).
Manufacturer(s)
GE Medical Systems, LLC
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →