CLASS I Device recall · Reported 12 Jun 2019 · FDA Enforcement Report

ECMO Reinforced Dual Lumen Cannula, Sterile EO recalled

OriGen Biomedical is recalling ECMO Reinforced Dual Lumen Cannula, Sterile EO, distributed in 33 states. The recall was initiated on 17 Jan 2017 and the FDA has classified it as Class I.

Check your package

Lot, batch or date codesLots: N18573, N18687-1
Quantity recalled145

Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1230-2019
FDA event ID
82512
Recalling firm
OriGen Biomedical, Austin, TX
Classification
Class I
Status
Terminated
Recall initiated
17 Jan 2017
FDA classified
4 Jun 2019
Reported
12 Jun 2019
Type
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Customers notified by
Letter
Reason category
Lead & Heavy Metals

Timeline

17 Jan 2017Recall initiated by company
4 Jun 2019Classified by FDA+868 days
12 Jun 2019Published in enforcement report+8 days

Companies usually start a recall weeks before the FDA classifies and publishes it; the gap above is that lag.

Reason for recall

Clamping the clear tube very close to the blue hub may cause a localized adhesive failure in the bond between the clear tube and the molded hub. Forcefully rotating the clamp while it is in place may potentially cause an immediate disconnect of the clear tube or lead to a later fatigue failure of the adhesive bond, with subsequent clear tube disconnect from the hub.

Lead and other heavy metals accumulate in the body. Children are most at risk; even low levels can affect development.

Product as listed by the FDA

ECMO Reinforced Dual Lumen Cannula, Sterile EO, Rx Only, REF: VV13F

Where it was distributed

US: NY, AB, AR, FL, MO, NC, GA, LA, CO, AL, MA, CA, MI, WI, TX, DC, OH, CT, TN, IN, OR, IL, MN, QC, SC, KY, OK, AZ, UT, RI, NJ, SD, PA, MS, NM. Foreign (OUS): UAE, Saudi Arabia, Colombia, UK, Netherlands, Italy, Czech Republic, Germany, India, Japan, Canada, Thailand, Sweden, Belgium, Spain, Poland, South Africa, Chile

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Questions about this recall

Is ECMO Reinforced Dual Lumen Cannula, Sterile EO recalled?

Yes. OriGen Biomedical recalled ECMO Reinforced Dual Lumen Cannula, Sterile EO on 17 Jan 2017. The recall is Class I and its status is Terminated. Recall number Z-1230-2019.

Why was it recalled?

Clamping the clear tube very close to the blue hub may cause a localized adhesive failure in the bond between the clear tube and the molded hub. Forcefully rotating the clamp while it is in place may potentially cause an immediate disconnect of the clear tube or lead to a later fatigue failure of the adhesive bond, with subsequent clear tube disconnect from the hub.

Which lots are affected?

Lots: N18573, N18687-1

Where was it sold?

US: NY, AB, AR, FL, MO, NC, GA, LA, CO, AL, MA, CA, MI, WI, TX, DC, OH, CT, TN, IN, OR, IL, MN, QC, SC, KY, OK, AZ, UT, RI, NJ, SD, PA, MS, NM. Foreign (OUS): UAE, Saudi Arabia, Colombia, UK, Netherlands, Italy, Czech Republic, Germany, India, Japan, Canada, Thailand, Sweden, Belgium, Spain, Poland, South Africa, Chile

What should I do if I have it?

Stop using the device if the notice says to, and contact the manufacturer or your healthcare provider for the correction or replacement.

What does Class I mean?

Class I is the most serious FDA recall category: there is a reasonable probability that using the product will cause serious health consequences or death.

Read the official FDA notice · Source record retrieved 21 Sep 2026. The FDA describes openFDA data as unvalidated; the official notice takes precedence. This page reports the record and gives no medical advice.

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