FDAClass IIIApril 3, 2019

Integrated ECG cable with 3-lead leadwires labeled as recall

Integrated ECG cable with 3-lead leadwires labeled as the following: 1. ECG TRUNK CABLE, 3-LD W/ INTEGRATED GRABBER LEAD WIRE, AHA, 3.6 M/12 FT; 2. ECG TRUNK CABLE, 3-LD W/ INTEGRATED GRABBER LEAD WIRE, IEC, 3.6 M/12 FT Product Usage: The reusable ECG trunk cable enables ECG monitoring with GE monitoring equipment requiring rectangular 11-pin connector cable. These accessories are indicated for use by qualified medical personnel only.

Why was Integrated ECG cable with 3-lead leadwires labeled as recalled?

The Integrated ECG cable with 3-lead leadwires can short circuit during defibrillation and conduct 25% of the defibrillation energy away from the patient.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

1. Catalog Number 2106309-001, GTIN 00840682137928; 2. Catalog Number 2106309-002, GTIN 00840682137829

Product
Integrated ECG cable with 3-lead leadwires labeled as the following: 1. ECG TRUNK CABLE, 3-LD W/ INTEGRATED GRABBER LEAD WIRE, AHA, 3.6 M/12 FT; 2. ECG TRUNK CABLE, 3-LD W/ INTEGRATED GRABBER LEAD WIRE, IEC, 3.6 M/12 FT Product Usage: The reusable ECG trunk cable enables ECG monitoring with GE monitoring equipment requiring rectangular 11-pin connector cable. These accessories are indicated for use by qualified medical personnel only.
Recalling firm
GE Healthcare, LLC
Quantity
288 devices (23 US, 265 OUS)
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide to AK, KS, MA, MA, ME, NJ, NJ, NM, NY, TX. Distributed worldwide to Chile, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Korea (Republic Of), Russia, Spain, Sweden.
Recall date
April 3, 2019
Classification
Class III
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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