Smiths Medical is recalling approximately 4,074 AC power cords manufactured by Electri-Cord Manufacturing Co. these cords were distributed for use with various medical devices, including the BCI 3180 Pulse Oximeter, 9200 Advisor Vital Signs Monitor, 8400 Capnocheck II Capnometer, and V6400 Invasive Pressure Monitor. The recall covers 1,358 specific cords distributed for all devices, including 1,032 in the United States. These power cords are used for both human and veterinary medical monitoring equipment.
The power cords may be defective, which could lead to a loss of power for critical vital signs monitoring equipment or pose an electrical hazard. While specific incidents are not detailed, any power failure in these monitoring devices could delay necessary medical intervention for human or animal patients.
Manufacturer-led voluntary recall of equipment
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Sources: FDA iRES · Raw API Response