FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#139095

Product

Covidien Argyle Infant Heel Warmers (no tab) Item Code: MH00002N Product Usage: Intended for application of the right amount of heat to an infants heel for blood sampling

FDA product code
MPOInfant Heel Warmer (Chemical Heat Pack)
Device class
Class 1
Medical specialty
Physical Medicine
510(k) numbers
K964523
Affected lot / code info
Lot Codes: 312209X 313033X 313304X 314307X 315108X 318417X 322119X 322514X 322817X

Why it was recalled

Infant Heel warmers may break during activation resulting in spillage of the contents on patients or healthcare worker causing potential skin/eye irritations

Root cause (FDA determination)

Package design/selection

Action the firm took

Medtronic/Covidien issued an Urgent Medical Device recall letter dated July 31, 2015 via mailed Certified. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. The letter instructed customers to quarantine and discontinue use of the affected products.. For questions or concerns,contact Medtronic representative or Customer Service at (800)-882-5878.

Recalling firm

Firm
Covidien LLC
Address
60 Middletown Ave, North Haven, Connecticut 06473-3908

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the countries: Canada, Mexico, Panama, and Japan.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2015-07-31
Posted by FDA
2015-08-21
Terminated
2017-05-31
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #139095. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.