FDAMarch 8, 2013device

The LifeCare Pump Model 4200 PCA Infuser makes possible the practical implementation of patient-controlled analgesia. The health care professional sets the prescribed dose, rates, and limits for the drug to be infused. The infuser can be set to operate in one of three modes: PCA Mode, Continuous ...

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.

The hazard

Hospira has received reports of PCA pumps not detecting distal occlusions, one of which resulted in a serious injury. The issue is caused by normal wear and tear on the Half Nut (the component/nut that travels up and down the lead screw) which prevents it from properly detecting the pressure build-up associated with a distal occlusion.

What to do

FDA enforcement status: Terminated

Brands named

hospira

Recall history

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