· Published by Health Canada · Official notice
| Affected products | Lot or serial number | Model or catalogue number |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Impella® Controller | IC2369 | 0042-0000-CA |
| Automated Impella® Controller | IC2370 | 0042-0000-CA |
| Automated Impella® Controller | IC1572 | 0042-0000-CA |
| Automated Impella® Controller | IC2686 | 0042-0000-CA |
| Automated Impella® Controller | CI1665 | 0042-0000-CA |
| Automated Impella® Controller | IC1544 | 0042-0000-CA |
| Automated Impella® Controller | IC2687 | 0042-0000-CA |
Abiomed, Inc. has initiated a voluntary medical device recall (removal) of specific Automated Impella® Controllers (AIC) (Product Code: 0042-0000-CA). A retrospective review of servicing records identified that certain AIC units require specific hardware updates to address potential safety concerns. These updates are intended to mitigate risks that could lead to a delay or loss of hemodynamic support, which may result in serious injury or death.