Heartware, Inc. recalls HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) System, individual pamphlets: HVAD¿ System Emergency Responder Guide (FI-Fin…

Recall date

March 30, 2022

Source

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

Recall number

Z-1107-2022

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Heartware, Inc.

Sold / distributed

Finland and Turkey

Why it was recalled

Finnish and Turkish translation errors in HVAD controller and monitor displays as will as Instructions for Use, Patient Manual, and Emergency Responder Guide for the HeartWare Ventricular Assist Device (HVAD) system.

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

What was recalled

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