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Hospira Inc. recalls The Plum A+ Hyperbaric Infusion System is a cassette based multifunction infusion system that allows two lines in and on
Recalled November 20, 2013 · FDA recall Z-0283-2014 · Hospira
Hazard
Plum A+ infusers have the potential for the distal (occlusion) press sensor pin to break. The distal pressure sensor pin is a part of the overall subsystem that measures the pressure within the distal line of the administration set and indicates the presence of a full or partial distal occlusion. A broken distal pin can only be detected via a visual inspection of the distal pressure pin. A broken · FDA Class II
Units
179 units
Sold at
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Description
Plum A+ infusers have the potential for the distal (occlusion) press sensor pin to break. The distal pressure sensor pin is a part of the overall subsystem that measures the pressure within the distal line of the administration set and indicates the presence of a full or partial distal occlusion. A broken distal pin can only be detected via a visual inspection of the distal pressure pin. A broken
Product
The Plum A+ Hyperbaric Infusion System is a cassette based multifunction infusion system that allows two lines in and one line out and can be used for standard, piggyback, or concurrent delivery. The Plum A+ Hyperbaric Infusion System is designed to deliver parenteral, enteral, or epidural infusions over a broad range of infusion rates from multiple fluid container types. The Plum A+ Hyperbaric Infusion System includes an infuser, disposable IV sets (hereafter called a set), optional accessories, and this operator's manual. The Plum A+ Infusion System with Hospira MedNet Software is indicated for use in parenteral, enteral and epidural therapies and the administration of whole blood and blood products.
Manufacturer(s)
Hospira Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →