Multi Absorbers, reference number 8003138
FDA Recall Z-0713-03 · Posted 2003-04-09
Recalling FirmDatex-Ohmeda
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeBSF
Date Initiated2003-02-12
Date Terminated2004-07-02
Product Quantity167 cases (6 Multi Absorbers per case)
Reason for Recall
Multi Absorbers for anesthesia delivery equipment may have missing or damaged filters, exposing the patient to dust from soda lime in the absorbers.
Firm Action
Recall letters dated February 12, 2003 requested that the product be removed from use and returned.
Root Cause
Other
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide in the United States.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.