G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System Dexcom G7 US Retail recalled

Timeline

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

Reason for recall

Certain lots of Dexcom G7 sensors originally designated as scrap and intended for destruction were stolen during the destruction process. The sensors were later sold to pharmacies and distributors by Pharmsource, LLC. Lot 1725204004 were designated for destruction because the G7 sensors were not properly sterilized and have an increased risk of skin infection if used. Lot 1725069002 were designated for destruction due to an increased risk of having no sensor readings available or experiencing sensor inaccuracy that includes the potential for missed detection of a hyperglycemic event or incorrect treatment decisions that can result in patient injury, including medical intervention to prevent permanent injury or impairment. Additionally, due to the unknown storage and handling and storage conditions these sensors may have undergone during the distribution, these sensors may present additional risk.

Device recalls are issued when a component, software or design fault could cause the device to fail or give wrong readings. Many are corrections applied in the field rather than physical returns.

Product as listed by the FDA

Brand Name: Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System Product Name: Dexcom G7 US Retail Sensor/Transmitter 1-pack Model/Catalog Number: STP-AT-012 Software Version: N/A Product Description: Dexcom G7 US Retail Sensor/Transmitter 1-pack Component: Dexcom G7 Continuous Glucose Monitoring System

Where it was distributed

Dexcom does not have distribution records for this product due to its unauthorized release. However Dexcom is able to identify sensor session starts for the affected lots through the Dexcom G7 CGM App user performance data. Based on App user performance data, Lot 1725204004 has sensor session starts in the United States. Based on App user performance data, Lot 1725069002 has sensor session starts in the United States and the countries of Australia, Austria, Canada, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Israel, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Kuwait, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Turkey, United Arab Emirates,and the United Kingdom.