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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Baxter SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump with Master Drug Library (Version 6) (GTIN 00085412091570); Model Numbers: 35700BAX and 35700ABB. Intended to be used for the controlled administration of fluids.

Reported: March 21, 2018 Initiated: October 6, 2017 #Z-0971-2018

Product Description

Baxter SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump with Master Drug Library (Version 6) (GTIN 00085412091570); Model Numbers: 35700BAX and 35700ABB. Intended to be used for the controlled administration of fluids.

Reason for Recall

Certain infusion pumps may exhibit excessive wear of the pumping mechanism caused by a lack of lubrication, this could affect the occlusion of the tubing and result in over- or under-infusion.

Details

Units Affected
173,375
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US, including the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and Canada.
Location
Medina, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Baxter SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump with Master Drug Library (Version 6) (GTIN 00085412091570); Model Numbers: 35700BAX and 35700ABB. Intended to be used for the controlled administration of fluids.. Recalled by Baxter Healthcare Corporation. Units affected: 173,375.
Why was this product recalled?
Certain infusion pumps may exhibit excessive wear of the pumping mechanism caused by a lack of lubrication, this could affect the occlusion of the tubing and result in over- or under-infusion.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 21, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0971-2018.