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Physio-Control, Inc. recalls LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator with End-Tidal CO2 option. Intended for use by trained medical personnel in out-of-doo…

Recall date
January 16, 2017
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Recall number
Z-1144-2017
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Physio-Control, Inc.
Sold / distributed
Worldwide distribution. LifePak 12 distributed in US states of AL, GA, NY, SC, and in Australia. LifePak 15 distributed nationwide in the US including Puerto Rico and to ALGERIA, ARGENTINA, AUSTRALIA, AUSTRIA, BAHRAIN, BELGIUM, CANADA, CHILE, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK, FINLAND, FRANCE, FRENCH GUIANA,…

Why it was recalled

The End-Tidal CO2 (EtCO2) reading can intermittently show a value of XXX after start-up or during device operation.

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

What was recalled

LIFEPAK 15 Monitor/Defibrillator with End-Tidal CO2 option. Intended for use by trained medical personnel in out-of-doors and indoor emergency care settings within the environmental conditions specified in the Operating Instructions.

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