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Recent news from the US Food and Drug Administration on Medical Devices. Click the title below to see the full article, or visit the official FDA pages for Medical Device Safety and recalls and Medical Device News. Also see updates at CDRHNew News and Updates.

Safety Communications

Evaluación de jeringas de plástico fabricadas en China para detectar posibles fallas en los dispositivos 04/19/2024
Pagsusuri ng Mga Plastik na Hiringgilya na Gawa sa China para sa Potensyal na Pagpalya ng Device 04/19/2024
Huwag Gumamit ng Smartwatches o Smart Rings upang Sukatin ang antas ng asukal sa Dugo: Komunikasyon sa Kaligtasan ng FDA 04/18/2024
No utilice relojes inteligentes ni anillos inteligentes para medir los niveles de glucosa en sangre: Comunicado de seguridad de la FDA 04/18/2024
Ilang ResMed Ltd Masks para sa BiPAP, Mga CPAP Machines na Na-recall Dahil sa Isyu sa Kaligtasan sa mga Magnet na Maaaring Makaapekto sa Ilang Mga Medikal na Device: Komunikasyon sa Kaligtasan ng FDA 04/18/2024
Ciertas mascarillas de ResMed Ltd para las máquinas BiPAP y CPAP han sido retiradas del mercado debido a problemas de inocuidad con imanes que pueden afectar ciertos dispositivos médicos: Comunicado de seguridad de la FDA 04/18/2024
Huwag Gumamit ng Ilang Cardinal Health Monoject Luer-Lock at Enteral na mga Hiringgilya - Komunikasyon sa Kaligtasan ng FDA 04/18/2024
No utilice determinadas jeringas Monoject Luer-Lock y Enteral de Cardinal Health: Comunicación de seguridad de la FDA 04/18/2024
Ang Hintermann Series H3 Total Ankle Replacement ay May Mas Mataas Kaysa sa Inaasahang Panganib ng Pagpalya ng Kagamitan: Komunikasyong Pangkaligtasan ng FDA 04/15/2024
El reemplazo total de tobillo Hintermann Series H3 tiene un riesgo de fallas del dispositivo superior al esperado: Comunicado de seguridad de la FDA 04/15/2024
Mga Panganib ng Exactech Equinoxe Shoulder System na may Depektibong Packaging - Komunikasyon sa Kaligtasan ng FDA 04/15/2024
Riesgos del sistema de hombro Equinoxe de Exactech con embalaje defectuoso: Comunicado de seguridad de la FDA 04/15/2024
Ang BioZorb Markers at mga Potensyal na Panganib sa Paggamit nito sa Tissue sa Suso: Komunikasyon sa Kaligtasan ng FDA 04/15/2024
Marcadores BioZorb y posibles riesgos con su uso en tejido mamario: Comunicado de seguridad de la FDA 04/15/2024
UPDATE: Evaluating Plastic Syringes Made in China for Potential Device Failures: FDA Safety Communication 03/19/2024
Hintermann Series H3 Total Ankle Replacement Has a Higher-Than-Expected Risk of Device Failure: FDA Safety Communication 02/29/2024
BioZorb Markers and Potential Risks with Use in Breast Tissue: FDA Safety Communication 02/27/2024
Do Not Use Smartwatches or Smart Rings to Measure Blood Glucose Levels: FDA Safety Communication 02/21/2024
Do Not Use Certain Cardinal Health Monoject Luer-Lock and Enteral Syringes – FDA Safety Communication 02/02/2024
Certain ResMed Ltd Masks for BiPAP, CPAP Machines Recalled Due to Safety Issue with Magnets That May Affect Certain Medical Devices: FDA Safety Communication 01/18/2024
Risks with Exactech Equinoxe Shoulder System with Defective Packaging - FDA Safety Communication 01/16/2024
2024 Safety Communications 01/03/2024
Do Not Use Synovo Total Hip Resurfacing System: FDA Safety Communication 01/03/2024
Retiro del mercado voluntario de los equipos SoClean para uso con dispositivos y accesorios de CPAP: Comunicado de seguridad de la FDA 12/14/2023
Vigile cuidadosamente las máquinas CPAP Philips DreamStation 2 por si se presentan signos de sobrecalentamiento: Comunicado de seguridad de la Administración de Alimentos y Medicamentos s 12/14/2023
Evaluación de jeringuillas de plástico fabricadas en China para detectar posibles fallos de los dispositivos: Comunicado de seguridad de la FDA 12/14/2023
No utilice determinadas marcas de productos médicos de suero salino y agua estéril de Nurse Assist porque pueden no ser estériles: Comunicado de seguridad de la FDA 12/13/2023
Evaluating Plastic Syringes Made in China for Potential Device Failures: FDA Safety Communication 11/30/2023
Carefully Monitor Philips DreamStation 2 CPAP Machines for Signs of Overheating: FDA Safety Communication 11/28/2023
Voluntary Recall of SoClean Equipment Intended for Use with CPAP Devices and Accessories: FDA Safety Communication 11/21/2023
Do Not Use Certain Brands of Saline and Sterile Water Medical Products by Nurse Assist Because They May Not Be Sterile: FDA Safety Communication 11/06/2023
No utilice pruebas fabricadas por Universal Meditech, Inc.: Comunicación de seguridad de la FDA 09/01/2023
Do Not Use Tests Manufactured by Universal Meditech, Inc.: FDA Safety Communication 08/11/2023
No use dispositivos médicos de ultrasonido RoyalVibe Health, CellQuicken o Well-Being Reality: Comunicado de seguridad de la FDA 07/28/2023
Do Not Use RoyalVibe Health, CellQuicken, or Well-Being Reality Ultrasound Medical Devices: FDA Safety Communication 07/17/2023

 

Recalls

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC Recalls Ivenix Infusion Pump LVP Software for Anomalies That Have the Potential to Cause Serious Patient Harm or Death 04/17/2024
Boston Scientific Recalls Obsidio Conformable Embolic for Increased Bowel Ischemia Risk When Used for Lower GI Bleeding 04/17/2024
Abbott/Thoratec Corp. Recalls HeartMate II and HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist System (LVAS) due to Long-term Buildup Causing an Obstruction 04/15/2024
Medos International Sàrl Recalls Cerenovus CEREBASE DA Guide Sheath due to Cracking of the Distal Catheter Shaft 04/04/2024
Smiths Medical ASD Recalls PneuPac ParaPAC Plus 300 and 310 Ventilator Kits for a Malfunction Causing Non-Cycling, Continuous Positive Gas Flow and Preventing Proper Ventilation 04/04/2024
Teleflex and Arrow International Recall ARROW QuickFlash Radial Artery and Radial Artery/Arterial Line Catheterization Kits for Increased Resistance That May Lead to Vessel Injuries, Narrowing, or Blockage 04/03/2024
Medline Industries Recalls Certain Kits and Trays Containing Sterile Water Based Products Under Recall by Nurse Assist 03/25/2024
Vyaire Medical, Inc. Recalls AirLife Manual Resuscitators Due to Manufacturing Defect That Can Lead to Injury or Death 03/21/2024
Abiomed Recalls the Instructions for Use for Impella Left Sided Blood Pumps due to Perforation Risks 03/21/2024
Avanos Recalls MIC Gastric – Jejunal Feeding Tube Kits Containing Sterile Water Based Products Under Recall by Nurse Assist 03/14/2024
Abbott Recalls HeartMate Touch Communication System for Unintentional Pump Start and Stop 03/11/2024
Windstone Medical Packaging, Inc. Recalls Local Lower Extremity Pack, In House Ocular Pack and Closure Kit Containing Sterile Water Based Products Under Recall by Nurse Assist 03/11/2024
Ventec Life Systems Recalls VOCSN Patient Breathing Package (Pediatric, Active, Oxygen, Blue) for Manufacturing Issue with Bonded Spiral Wrap 03/07/2024
Medtronic Neurosurgery Recalls Duet External Drainage and Monitoring System Catheter Tubing due to a Potential for the Catheter Disconnection from the Patient Line Stopcock Connectors 03/07/2024
Baxter Healthcare Recalls ExactaMix Pro 1200 and Pro 2400 Due to a Software Error 03/06/2024
Smiths Medical ASD Inc. Recalls Medfusion Model 3500 Syringe Pump Due to Issues Associated with Earlier Software Versions 03/05/2024
Datex-Ohmeda Recalls EVair Air Compressors Due to Formaldehyde Emissions Found in Specific Conditions When Used with CARESCAPE R860, Engstrom Carestation or Pro Ventilators 03/01/2024
Wipro GE Healthcare Private Ltd. Recalls Care Plus, Care Plus models 1000-4000 and Lullaby Incubators Due to Problems with Door Latch 02/29/2024
Olympus Corporation of the Americas Recalls Laser-Compatible Olympus Bronchoscopes for Risk of Endobronchial Combustion and Patient Burns 02/28/2024
Philips Recalls BrightView Imaging Systems Due to the Detector Unexpectedly Falling 02/15/2024
Smiths Medical ASD Inc. Recalls Medfusion Model 4000 Syringe Pump Due to Issues Associated with Earlier Software Versions 02/14/2024
Percussionaire Recalls High Frequency Transport Phasitron Breathing Circuit Kits for Over-Pressurization 02/06/2024
Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC Recalls Atrium Express Dry Suction Dry Seal Chest Drain Containing Sterile Water Based Products Under Recall by Nurse Assist 01/31/2024
Globus Medical, Inc. Recalls ExcelsiusGPS Flat Panel Fluoroscopy Registration Fixture Due to a Calibration Error 01/30/2024
ROi CPS, LLC Recalls Regard Operative Lap P&S Surgical Kit Due to Possible Lack of Sterility 01/16/2024
Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC Recalls Ivenix Large Volume Pump (LVP) of the Ivenix Infusion System Due to Mechanical Interference 01/12/2024
ResMed Ltd. Recalls Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) Masks with Magnets due to Possible Magnetic Interference with Certain Medical Devices 01/11/2024
Busse Hospital Disposables, Inc. Recalls Care Trays and Kits Containing Sterile Water Based Products Under Recall by Nurse Assist 01/11/2024
Megadyne Medical Products, Inc. Recalls Mega Soft Universal Patient Return Electrode Due to Reports of Patient Burns 01/08/2024
2024 Medical Device Recalls 01/08/2024
Insulet Corporation Recalls Omnipod 5 Android App due to a Software Error 01/08/2024
Philips North America LLC Recalls Panorama 1.0T HFO due to a Risk of Explosion During a Quench Procedure Caused by Excessive Pressure Buildup of Helium Gas 12/20/2023
Olympus Corporation of the Americas Recalls Bronchofiberscopes and Bronchovideoscopes Because They Can Lead to Burns and Fire 12/19/2023
Medtronic Navigation Inc. Recalls StealthStation S8 Application Version 2.0 and 2.0.1 Due to a Software Glitch 12/19/2023
Getinge Recalls CARDIOHELP Emergency Drive due to an Impaired or Inability to Turn the Drive 12/08/2023
Cordis US Corp Recalls INFINITI Angiographic Catheter due to Products Being Shipped Without Undergoing Sterilization Procedures 12/05/2023
Becton Dickinson (BD)/Carefusion 303 Recalls Alaris Infusion Pumps Due to Compatibility Issues with Cardinal Health Monoject Syringes 12/01/2023
Eitan Medical Ltd Recalls Sapphire Infusion Pumps for Failure to Detect Air in the Line 12/01/2023
Unomedical A/S Recalls VariSoft Infusion Sets Due to Damage to the Connector Piece Causing Unexpected Disconnections 11/27/2023
B. Braun Medical, Inc. Recalls Infusomat® Space® Large Volume Pump, Wireless and Infusomat® Space® Large Volume Pump, Non-Wireless BATTERY PACK Due to Faulty Occlusion Alarm 11/17/2023
Asensus Surgical Inc. Recalls Senhance Surgical System Due to Malfunctions with Unintended Movement of the Robotically-Assisted Surgical Device 11/16/2023
Fresenius Medical Care Recalls Sanxin Single Use Syringes for Leakages 11/15/2023
Baxter Healthcare Corporation Recalls Novum IQ Syringe Pump for Potential Underdosing 11/15/2023
Cardinal Health Recalls Monoject Disposable Syringes for Incompatibilities with Syringe Pumps 11/14/2023
Covidien LLC Recalls McGRATH MAC Video Laryngoscope Due to Stolen Defective Products 11/13/2023
Teleflex, and Arrow International, Recall Pressure Injectable Catheter Kits for Mislabeling 11/06/2023
Olympus Recalls Olympus High Flow Insufflation Unit Due to Over-Inflation 10/30/2023
Fresenius Medical Care Recalls Some Hemodialysis Machines for Potential Exposure to Toxic Compounds 10/24/2023
Philips Respironics Recalls V60 and V60 Plus Ventilators due to Power Management Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PM PCBAs) Not Meeting Ventilator Standards 10/20/2023
Hamilton Medical Inc. Recalls HAMILTON-C1, T1, MR-1 Ventilators for Capacitator Leaks and Short Circuits 10/18/2023
Medline Industries Recalls Hudson RCI Addipak Unit Dose Vial, 0.9% Full Normal Saline Solution Due to Being Non-Sterile 09/20/2023
Abbott Medical Recalls Proclaim and Infinity IPGs for Inability to Exit Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Mode 09/13/2023
Mallinckrodt Manufacturing, LLC Recalls One-Way Valve, 22F x 22M for Not Opening Properly 09/12/2023
Getinge/Maquet/Datascope Recalls Cardiosave Hybrid and Rescue Intra-aortic Balloon Pumps (IABPs) for Power Failures When Device is Unseated from Cart 08/31/2023
Getinge/Maquet/Datascope Recalls Cardiosave Hybrid and Rescue Intra-aortic Balloon Pumps (IABPs) for System Over Temperature Alarms Causing Pump Stops 08/31/2023
Getinge/Maquet/Datascope Recalls Cardiosave Hybrid and Rescue Intra-aortic Balloon Pumps (IABPs) for Gas Loss and Gas Gain Failures 08/31/2023
Getinge/Maquet/Datascope Recalls Cardiosave Hybrid and Rescue Intra-aortic Balloon Pumps (IABPs) for Autofill Failure Alarms Resulting in Pump Stops 08/31/2023
Hamilton Medical Inc. Recalls HAMILTON-C1, C2, C3, T1 Ventilators for Software Issues that May Cause Ventilators to Stop Without Notice 08/30/2023
Draeger Recalls Carina Sub-Acute Care Ventilators for Contaminants in Airpath 08/23/2023
Abiomed Recalls the Labeling for Impella RP Flex with SmartAssist for Risk of Blood Clots 08/17/2023
Datascope/Maquet/Getinge Recalls Cardiosave Hybrid and Rescue Intra-aortic Balloon Pumps (IABPs) for PCBA Failures Affecting the Ability to Charge the Batteries Leading to Unexpected Shutdowns 08/17/2023
Philips Respironics Recalls Trilogy Evo, Evo O2, EV300, and Evo Universal Ventilators After Finding Dust and Dirt in Air Path That Can Reduce Air Flow to Patients 08/14/2023
Datascope/Maquet/Getinge Recalls Cardiosave Hybrid and Rescue Intra-aortic Balloon Pumps (IABPs) for Unexpected Shutdowns 08/10/2023
Baxter Healthcare Corporation Recalls SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pumps with Master Drug Library and Spectrum IQ Infusion Systems with Dose IQ Safety Software for Repeat Upstream Occlusion False Alarms 07/31/2023
GE HealthCare Recalls TruSignal SpO2 Sensors for Issues That May Reduce Defibrillation Energy, Expose Patients to Unintended Voltage, or Give Inaccurate Readings 07/28/2023
Abiomed Recalls All Impella Left Sided Blood Pumps for Risk of Motor Damage After Contact with Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) Stent 07/27/2023
Abbott Recalls Amplatzer Steerable Delivery Sheath for Increased Risk of Air Embolism 07/26/2023
Medtronic Recalls Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators (ICDs) and Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillators (CRT-Ds) with Glassed Feedthrough for Risk of Low or No Energy Output During High Voltage Therapy 07/18/2023
Quidel Cardiovascular Inc. Recalls Quidel Triage Cardiac Panels for Risk of False Negative Troponin Results that Could Cause Delayed Diagnosis or Missed Myocardial Infarction 07/17/2023
Draeger Medical Recalls Oxylog 3000 Plus Emergency and Transport Ventilators for Risk of Unexpected Depleted Battery and Ventilator Stop 07/13/2023
NOxBOX Ltd. Recalls NOxBOXi Nitric Oxide System for Manifold Failure that May Cause Gas Leaks and Interrupt Therapy to Neonates 07/13/2023
Megadyne Recalls MEGA 2000 and MEGA Soft Reusable Patient Return Electrodes for Risk of Serious Burn Injuries to Patients 07/11/2023

 

 

Letters to Health Care Providers

Follow Instructions for Safe Use of Electrical Operating Room Tables - Letter to Health Care Providers 02/29/2024
2024 Letters to Health Care Providers 01/09/2024
Potential Exposure to Certain Chemicals with Use of GE HealthCare EVair and EVair03 Compressors with Certain Ventilators – Letter to Health Care Providers 01/09/2024
HSV-2 Tests for Genital Herpes Can Produce False Reactive Results - Letter to Clinical Laboratory Staff and Health Care Providers 12/27/2023
Do Not Use Cardinal Health Monoject Syringes with Syringe Pumps and PCA Pumps 11/20/2023
Labeling Updates for BD Mesh Products - Letter to Health Care Providers 11/09/2023
UPDATE: Risk of Device Failures for Getinge’s Maquet/Datascope Cardiosave Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP) – Letter to Health Care Providers 08/31/2023
Use Alternative Testing Method for the Quidel Cardiovascular Inc. Quidel Triage Cardiac Panel - Letter to Health Care Providers 07/19/2023
UPDATE: Paclitaxel-Coated Devices to Treat Peripheral Arterial Disease Unlikely to Increase Risk of Mortality - Letter to Health Care Providers 07/11/2023
UPDATE: NuVasive Specialized Orthopedics’ Precice Devices - Letter to Health Care Providers 06/28/2023
Oxygenator Devices Used for Extracorporeal Circulation - Letter to Health Care Providers 06/09/2023
Non-sterile, Single-use Pneumatic Tourniquet Cuffs Conservation Strategies - Letter to Health Care Providers 06/05/2023
Illumina Cybersecurity Vulnerability Affecting the Universal Copy Service Software May Present Risks for Patient Results and Customer Networks: Letter to Health Care Providers 04/27/2023
Update: Potential Risk of Exposure to Toxic Compounds When Using Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Dialysis Systems – Letter to Health Care Providers 03/07/2023
Getinge/Maquet Cardiohelp System: Potential Insufficient Packaging Sterility with HLS Set Advanced - Letter to Health Care Providers 03/01/2023
Abbott Trifecta Valves: Potential Risk of Early Structural Valve Deterioration- Letter to Health Care Providers 02/27/2023
2023 Letters to Health Care Providers 02/23/2023
Evaluation of Airborne Chemicals from Neonatal Incubators – Letter to Health Care Providers 02/23/2023

 

Medical Device News

For the most up to date FDA headlines, see the FDA Medical Device News page.

April 19, 2024

Updated Emergency Use Authorization
- The AscencioDx COVID-19 Test and The AscencioDx Molecular Detector (ADL Diagnostics, Inc., dba Anavasi Diagnostics)

Revoked Emergency Use Authorization
- FTD SARS-CoV-2 (Fast Track Diagnostics Luxembourg S.à.r.l.)

Risks with Exactech Equinoxe Shoulder System with Defective Packaging - FDA Safety Communication (Updated)

April 17, 2024

CDRH Statement: CDRH Issues 2024 Safety and Innovation Reports

Medical Device Safety and Innovation Reports (Updated)

Current Career Opportunities at CDRH (Updated)

Class I Recall: Boston Scientific Recalls Obsidio Conformable Embolic for Increased Bowel Ischemia Risk When Used for Lower GI Bleeding

Class I Recall: Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC Recalls Ivenix Infusion Pump LVP Software for Anomalies That Have the Potential to Cause Serious Patient Harm or Death

April 16, 2024

CDRH Unveils New Dataset to Help Improve Chemical Characterization Methods for Biocompatibility of Medical Devices

Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) (Updated)

CDRH Petitions (Updated)

April 15, 2024

Revised Emergency Use Authorization
- Aptitude Medical Systems Inc.: Metrix COVID-19 Test

At-Home OTC COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests (Updated)

Class I Recall: Abbott/Thoratec Corp. Recalls HeartMate II and HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist System (LVAS) due to Long-term Buildup Causing an Obstruction

Medical Device Sterilization Town Hall: Topics and Formats for the Continuing Sterilization Series, April 29, 2024

Sterilization for Medical Devices (Updated)

April 11, 2024

MedSun Newsletter - April 2024

Stress Urinary Incontinence: Surgical Mesh Considerations and Recommendations (Updated)

April 10, 2024

New Emergency Use Authorization
- CorDx TyFast Flu A/B & COVID-19 At Home Multiplex Rapid Test

At-Home OTC COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests (Updated)

FDA Activities Related to Recalled Philips Ventilators, BiPAP Machines, and CPAP Machines (Updated)

Foam Testing Summary for Recalled Philips Ventilators, BiPAP Machines, and CPAP Machines (Updated)

UPDATE: Evaluating Plastic Syringes Made in China for Potential Device Failures: FDA Safety Communication (Updated)

COVID-19 Tests Granted Traditional Marketing Authorization by the FDA (Updated)

ASCA-Accredited Testing Laboratories (Updated)

April 9, 2024

Problems Reported With Essure (Updated)

Information for Patients and Health Care Providers: Essure (Updated)

FDA Activities Related to Essure (Updated)

April 8, 2024

New Emergency Use Authorization
- QuickFinder COVID-19/Flu Antigen Self Test (OSANG LLC)

Re-issued Emergency Use Authorizations
- ePlex Respiratory Pathogen Panel (GenMark Diagnostics, Inc.)

April 4, 2024

New Emergency Use Authorization
- SalivaNow SARS-CoV-2 Assay (LMSI, LLC d/b/a Lighthouse Lab Services)

ASCA-Accredited Testing Laboratories (Updated)

Class I Recall: Smiths Medical ASD Recalls PneuPac ParaPAC Plus 300 and 310 Ventilator Kits for a Malfunction Causing Non-Cycling, Continuous Positive Gas Flow and Preventing Proper Ventilation

Class I Recall: Medos International Sàrl Recalls Cerenovus CEREBASE DA Guide Sheath due to Cracking of the Distal Catheter Shaft

Federal Register: Device Good Manufacturing Practice Advisory Committee

Federal Register: Voting Members for the Patient Engagement Advisory Committee

April 3, 2024

UPDATE: Evaluating Plastic Syringes Made in China for Potential Device Failures: FDA Safety Communication (Updated)

Class I Recall: Teleflex and Arrow International Recall ARROW QuickFlash Radial Artery and Radial Artery/Arterial Line Catheterization Kits for Increased Resistance That May Lead to Vessel Injuries, Narrowing, or Blockage

Reports to Congress (Updated)
- FY 2021 Premarket Approval of Pediatric Uses of Devices

Medical Device Development Tools (MDDT) (Updated)

April 2, 2024

Current Career Opportunities at CDRH (Updated)

Evaluation of Automatic Class III Designation (De Novo) Summaries - Sleep Apnea Feature - DEN230041

April 1, 2024

CDRH Learn (Updated)
- Presentation and Transcript for Medical Device Sterilization Town Hall: The Value and Use of Recognized Consensus Standards in Premarket Submissions - March 21, 2024

Standards Newsletter from the Division of Standards and Conformity AssessmentExternal Link Disclaimer

MQSA National Statistics (Updated)

 

March 29, 2024

eSTAR Program (Updated)

March 28, 2024

Animal Studies for Dental Bone Grafting Material Devices - Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions - Draft Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff

Co-sponsored Public Meeting - Food and Drug Administration/Medical Device Innovation Consortium Symposium on Computational Modeling and Simulation - April 16-17, 2024

Mammography Quality Standards Act and Program (Updated)

Mammography Quality Standards Act - Facility Accreditation and Certification (Updated)

Mammography Quality Standards Act - Inspection Resources

Federal Register: Animal Studies for Dental Bone Grafting Material Devices - Premarket Notification (510(k)) Submissions

March 27, 2024

ASCA Consolidated Pilot Final Report and 2023 Annual Report

Evaluation of Automatic Class III Designation (De Novo) Summaries - Invitae Common Hereditary Cancers Panel (DEN210011)

March 26, 2024

New Emergency Use Authorizations
- Labcorp Monkeypox PCR Test Home Collection Kit (LabCorp)
- Non-variola Orthopoxvirus Real-time PCR Primer and Probe Set - EUA (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC))

Evaluation of Automatic Class III Designation (De Novo) Summaries - Body Temperature Software (BTS) (DEN230050), Sonu (DEN230045), X100 with Full Field Bone Marrow Aspirate (BMA) Application, X100HT with Full Field Bone Marrow Aspirate (BMA) Application (DEN230034)

Total Product Life Cycle Advisory Program (TAP) (Updated)

March 25, 2024

CDRH Statement: FDA Proposes New Ban of Electrical Stimulation Devices for Self-Injurious or Aggressive Behavior

Medical Device Bans (Updated)

Class I Recall: Medline Industries Recalls Certain Kits and Trays Containing Sterile Water Based Products Under Recall by Nurse Assist

24 Hour Summary and Presentations for March 21, 2024 Ophthalmic Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Meeting

Federal Register: Banned Devices: Proposal to Ban Electrical Stimulation Devices for Self-Injurious or Aggressive Behavior

March 21, 2024

Class I Recall: Abiomed Recalls the Instructions for Use for Impella Left Sided Blood Pumps due to Perforation Risks

Class I Recall: Vyaire Medical, Inc. Recalls AirLife Manual Resuscitators Due to Manufacturing Defect That Can Lead to Injury or Death

Breakthrough Devices Program (Updated)

March 20, 2024

New Emergency Use Authorization
- EZ-SARS-CoV-2 Real-Time RT-PCR (Tetracore, Inc.)

Transcript and Summary Minutes for February 13, 2024 Circulatory System Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Meeting

Federal Register: Emergency Use Authorization: In Vitro Diagnostic Device for Detection and/or Diagnosis of COVID-19; Revocation

Federal Register: Voluntary Total Product Life Cycle Advisory Program Pilot

March 19, 2024

CDRH Statement: FDA Provides Update on Plastic Syringes Made in China, Issues Warning Letters Related to Violative Products

UPDATE: Evaluating Plastic Syringes Made in China for Potential Device Failures: FDA Safety Communication

Materials for March 21, 2024 Ophthalmic Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Meeting

March 18, 2024

Co-sponsored Public Conference – Food and Drug Administration/Advanced Medical Technology Association Medical Device Statistical Issues - April 2-3, 2024

March 15, 2024

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Software as a Medical Device (Updated)

Consumer Information: Belotero Balance® (+) - P090016/S050 (Merz North America, Inc.)

March 14, 2024

Evaluation of Thermal Effects of Medical Devices that Produce Tissue Heating and/or Cooling - Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff

Requests for Feedback and Meetings for Medical Device Submissions: The Q-Submission Program - Draft Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff

Medical Device Sterilization Town Hall: The Value and Use of Recognized Consensus Standards in Premarket Submissions - March 21, 2024

Sterilization for Medical Devices (Updated)

Class I Recall: Avanos Recalls MIC Gastric – Jejunal Feeding Tube Kits Containing Sterile Water Based Products Under Recall by Nurse Assist

Federal Register: Medical Devices; Technical Amendments

Federal Register: Evaluation of Thermal Effects of Medical Devices That Produce Tissue Heating and/or Cooling

Federal Register: Requests for Feedback and Meetings for Medical Device Submissions: The Q-Submission Program

March 13, 2024

Federal Register: Select Updates for the Premarket Cybersecurity Guidance: Section 524B of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act; Draft Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff

March 12, 2024

Select Updates for the Premarket Cybersecurity Guidance: Section 524B of the FD&C Act - Draft Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff

Webinar - Draft Guidance: Select Updates for the Premarket Cybersecurity Guidance: Section 524B of the FD&C Act - April 30, 2024

Cybersecurity (Updated)

March 11, 2024

CDRH Statement: CDRH Welcomes 25th Session of the International Medical Device Regulators Forum

Collaborative Communities: Addressing Health Care Challenges Together (Updated)

Class I Recall: Windstone Medical Packaging, Inc. Recalls Local Lower Extremity Pack, In House Ocular Pack and Closure Kit Containing Sterile Water Based Products Under Recall by Nurse Assist

Class I Recall: Abbott Recalls HeartMate Touch Communication System for Unintentional Pump Start and Stop

March 8, 2024

CDRH's Experiential Learning Program (ELP) (Updated)

MDUFA Reports (Updated)
- March 8, 2024, MDUFA V Performance Report

March 7, 2024

Updated Emergency Use Authorization
- The AscencioDx COVID-19 Test and The AscencioDx Molecular Detector (ADL Diagnostics, Inc., dba Anavasi Diagnostics)

MedSun Newsletter - March 2024

Class I Recall: Medtronic Neurosurgery Recalls Duet External Drainage and Monitoring System Catheter Tubing due to a Potential for the Catheter Disconnection from the Patient Line Stopcock Connectors

Class I Recall: Ventec Life Systems Recalls VOCSN Patient Breathing Package (Pediatric, Active, Oxygen, Blue) for Manufacturing Issue with Bonded Spiral Wrap

Class I Recall: Cardinal Health Recalls Sterile Monoject Luer-Lock and Enteral Syringes Due to a Change in Manufacturing (Updated)

CDRH Learn (Updated)
- Presentation and Transcript for Medical Device Sterilization Town Hall: FDA’s Modifications Guidances and the Use of Device Master Files in Reviews - February 29, 2024

March 6, 2024

Dispositivos médicos de realidad aumentada y realidad virtual: preguntas que debe considerar

Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality Medical Devices: Questions to Consider (Updated)

Class I Recall: Baxter Healthcare Recalls ExactaMix Pro 1200 and Pro 2400 Due to a Software Error

March 5, 2024

Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) (Updated)

Class I Recall: Smiths Medical ASD Inc. Recalls Medfusion Model 3500 Syringe Pump Due to Issues Associated with Earlier Software Versions

Explore Life at CDRH (Updated)

March 4, 2024

Federal Register Documents (Updated)

Evaluation of Automatic Class III Designation (De Novo) Summaries - OMNIgeneGUT DX (DEN200040)

March 1, 2024

New Emergency Use Authorization
- OSOM Flu SARS-CoV-2 Combo Test (SEKISUI Diagnostics, LLC)
- OSOM Flu SARS-CoV-2 Combo Home Test (SEKISUI Diagnostics, LLC.)

Class I Recall: Megadyne Medical Products, Inc. Recalls Mega Soft Universal Patient Return Electrode Due to Reports of Patient Burns (Updated)

Class I Recall: Datex-Ohmeda Recalls EVair Air Compressors Due to Formaldehyde Emissions Found in Specific Conditions When Used with CARESCAPE R860, Engstrom Carestation or Pro Ventilators

MQSA National Statistics (Updated)

 

February 29, 2024

Follow Instructions for Safe Use of Electrical Operating Room Tables - Letter to Health Care Providers

COVID-19 Tests Granted Traditional Marketing Authorization by the FDA (Updated)

Transcript: February 6, 2024 General Hospital and Personal Use Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Meeting

Class I Recall: Wipro GE Healthcare Private Ltd. Recalls Care Plus, Care Plus models 1000-4000 and Lullaby Incubators Due to Problems with Door Latch

Hintermann Series H3 Total Ankle Replacement Has a Higher-Than-Expected Risk of Device Failure: FDA Safety Communication

Federal Register: Food and Drug Administration Modernization Act: List of Recognized Standards, Recognition List Number: 061

February 28, 2024

Virtual Public Workshop – Accreditation Scheme for Conformity Assessment Expansion - April 17, 2024

Class I Recall: Olympus Corporation of the Americas Recalls Bronchofiberscopes and Bronchovideoscopes Because They Can Lead to Burns and Fire (Updated)

CDRH Statement: CDRH’s Continued Commitment to Breast Implant Safety

Transcript and Summary Minutes for February 2, 2024 Anesthesiology and Respiratory Therapy Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Meeting

Federal Register: Medical Device User Fee Cover Sheet and Device Facility User Fee Cover Sheet

February 27, 2024

BioZorb Markers and Potential Risks with Use in Breast Tissue: FDA Safety Communication

February 26, 2024

Updated Emergency Use Authorization
- Abbott RealTime Zika (Abbott Molecular Inc.)

Medical Device Sterilization Town Hall: FDA’s Modifications Guidances and the Use of Device Master Files in Reviews

February 23, 2024

Revoked Emergency Use Authorizations
- xMAP SARS-CoV-2 Multi-Antigen IgG Assay (Luminex Corporation)

February 22, 2024

Diagnostic Data Program (Updated)

Systemic Harmonization and Interoperability Enhancement for Laboratory Data (SHIELD) (Updated)

Digital Diagnostics: Over-the-Counter (OTC) and Point-of-Care (POC) (Updated)

February 21, 2024

Select Updates for the Medical Device User Fee Small Business Qualification and Certification Guidance - Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff

Reduced Medical Device User Fees: Small Business Determination (SBD) Program (Updated)

Update: Recommendations for Certain Medtronic Electromyogram Endotracheal Tubes and Risk of Airway Obstruction - Letter to Health Care Providers (Updated)

Do Not Use Smartwatches or Smart Rings to Measure Blood Glucose Levels: FDA Safety Communication

Federal Register: List of Standing Committees: Digital Health Advisory Committee

Federal Register: Select Updates for the Medical Device User Fee Small Business Qualification and Certification Guidance; Agency Information Collection Activities

February 20, 2024

Fraudulent and Unreliable Laboratory Testing Data in Premarket Submissions: FDA Reminds Medical Device Manufacturers to Scrutinize Third-Party-Generated Data

February 15, 2024

Class I Recall: Philips Recalls BrightView Imaging Systems Due to the Detector Unexpectedly Falling

February 14, 2024

Class I Recall: Smiths Medical ASD Inc. Recalls Medfusion Model 4000 Syringe Pump Due to Issues Associated with Earlier Software Versions

February 13, 2024

Presentations for February 2, 2024 Anesthesiology and Respiratory Therapy Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Meeting

February 9, 2024

Materials for February 13, 2024 Circulatory System Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Meeting

Presentations for February 6, 2024 General Hospital and Personal Use Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Meeting

MedSun Newsletter - February 2024

February 8, 2024

Current Career Opportunities at CDRH

24 Hour Summary for February 2, 2024 Anesthesiology and Respiratory Therapy Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Meeting

24 Hour Summary for February 6, 2024 General Hospital and Personal Use Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Meeting

February 7, 2024

International Medical Device Regulators Forum (IMDRF) (Updated)

CDRH International Affairs (Updated)

Consumer Information: Edwards EVOQUE Tricuspid Valve Replacement System - P230013 (Edwards Lifesciences, LLC)

February 6, 2024

Updated Emergency Use Authorization
- The AscencioDx COVID-19 Test and The AscencioDx Molecular Detector (ADL Diagnostics, Inc.)
- iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test Pro (iHealth Labs, Inc.)

At-Home OTC COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests (Updated)
- BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test (Abbott Diagnostics Scarborough, Inc.) - Extended Expiration Date

Meeting Notice: March 21, 2024 Ophthalmic Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee

Recall of Certain Saline and Sterile Water Medical Products Associated with Nurse Assist: FDA Safety Communication (Updated)

Class I Recall: Percussionaire Recalls High Frequency Transport Phasitron Breathing Circuit Kits for Over-Pressurization

February 5, 2024

CDRH Learn (Updated)
- Presentation and Transcript for Medical Device Sterilization Town Hall: FDA Activities and Challenges in Reducing Reliance on Ethylene Oxide (EtO) - January 26, 2024

Federal Register: Emergency Use Authorization: In Vitro Diagnostic Device for Detection and/or Diagnosis of COVID-19; Revocation

Federal Register: Hearings, Meetings, Proceedings, etc.: Ophthalmic Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee, FSYX Ocular Pressure Adjusting Pump System

February 2, 2024

Do Not Use Certain Cardinal Health Monoject Luer-Lock and Enteral Syringes - FDA Safety Communication

At-Home OTC COVID-19 Diagnostic Tests (Updated Xiamen Boson Biotech Co., Ltd. Rapid SARS-CoV-2 Antigen Test Card)

Materials for February 6, 2024 General Hospital and Personal Use Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Meeting

February 1, 2024

Re-issued Emergency Use Authorizations
- Respiratory SARS-CoV-2 RT-PCR Panel 1 (Revvity, Inc.)
- New Coronavirus Nucleic Acid Detection Kit (Revvity, Inc.)

CDRH's Experiential Learning Program (ELP) (Updated)

COVID-19 Tests Granted Traditional Marketing Authorization by the FDA (Updated)
- Biofire® Spotfire® Respiratory (R) Panel Mini (Biofire Diagnostics, LLC)

MQSA National Statistics (Updated)

Total Product Life Cycle Advisory Program (TAP) (Updated)

Medical Device Shortages List (Updated)

Medical Device Sterilization Town Hall: Discussion of Premarket Submission Expectations and Additional Considerations for Sterility Review - February 7, 2024

Federal Register: Medical Devices; Quality System Regulation Amendments

 

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