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Hill-Rom, Inc. recalls TotalCare SpO2RT2 bed. Product Usage: Bed, flotation therapy, powered bed may be used in a variety of settings in

Recalled March 20, 2013 · FDA recall Z-0949-2013 · Hill-Rom

Hazard
In certain situations a software problem with the TotalCare SpO2RT¿ 2 bed may occur that can lead to inadvertent loss of sufficient surface cushion pressure to adequately support the patient. This may increase the likelihood of skin irritation for patients at higher risk of developing pressure-related skin conditions. A correction to the software program is currently being developed and tested, · FDA Class II
Units
309
Sold at
USA Nationwide Distribution including the state of Canada

Description

In certain situations a software problem with the TotalCare SpO2RT¿ 2 bed may occur that can lead to inadvertent loss of sufficient surface cushion pressure to adequately support the patient. This may increase the likelihood of skin irritation for patients at higher risk of developing pressure-related skin conditions. A correction to the software program is currently being developed and tested,

Product
TotalCare SpO2RT2 bed. Product Usage: Bed, flotation therapy, powered bed may be used in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, acute care, including critical care, step down/progressive care, medical/surgical, high acuity sub-acute care, post anesthesia care unit (PACU), and sections of the emergency department (ED). The TotalCare SpO2RT¿ 2 Bed System is capable of being used with a broad patient population as determined appropriate by the caregiver or institution.
Manufacturer(s)
Hill-Rom, Inc.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov