Cook Inc. recalls Cook Vacuum Pump ( Cook Aspiration Unit) K-MAR-5200-US, GPN G49275. Intended for the aspiration of body fluids and cell…

Recall date

March 22, 2018

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-1461-2018

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Cook Inc.

Sold / distributed

Worldwide Distribution -- USA, Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela.

Why it was recalled

Pump was found to be constructed from crimp connectors that do not meet the fixation wiring requirements and can cause failure of the device to operate or electric shock or burn to the user.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Cook Vacuum Pump ( Cook Aspiration Unit) K-MAR-5200-US, GPN G49275. Intended for the aspiration of body fluids and cells, in particular oocyte aspiration.