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Philips Medical Systems, Inc. recalls Philips IntelliVue TcG10; Monitor, carbon-dioxide, cutaneous. The IntelliVue TcG10 is a device for the measurement of t…

Recall date
November 19, 2014
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Recall number
Z-0997-2015
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Philips Medical Systems, Inc.
Sold / distributed
Distributed in the states of CA, HI, IL, MA, MI, MO, MT, NC, OH, and PA.

Why it was recalled

Philips has discovered that the Instructions for Use (IFU) for the IntelliVue TcG10 Transcutaneous Gas Measurement Module is missing the contraindication that the device is not to be used on patients under gas anesthesia.

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

What was recalled

Philips IntelliVue TcG10; Monitor, carbon-dioxide, cutaneous. The IntelliVue TcG10 is a device for the measurement of the transcutaneous O2 and CO2 partial pressure in neonates, pediatrics and adults.

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