SenTec AG recalls SenTec Membrane Changer Insert [5 pcs - Product Usage: is indicated for continuous, non-invasive monitoring of carbon d…

Recall date

May 2, 2019

Source

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

Recall number

Z-2156-2019

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

SenTec AG

Sold / distributed

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide in the state of Missouri and countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Chile, China, Columbia, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Europe, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Hungary, Indonesia, Israel, Italy, Kuwait, Malaysia,…

Why it was recalled

There is an increased chance (approx. 5%) of no electrolyte or a reduced amount of electrolyte being applied to the sensor during the membrane change procedure.

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

What was recalled

SenTec Membrane Changer Insert [5 pcs - Product Usage: is indicated for continuous, non-invasive monitoring of carbon dioxide tension and oxygen tension as well as oxygen saturation and pulse rate in adult and pediatric patients. In neonatal patients the SDMS is indicated for carbon dioxide and oxygen tension monitoring only. Oxygen tension monitoring is contraindicated for patients under gas anesthesia.]