Combi Loop Sling (2019-01-24)

Starting date:

January 24, 2019

Posting date:

February 15, 2019

Type of communication:

Medical Device Recall

Subcategory:

Medical Device

Hazard classification:

Type II

Source of recall:

Health Canada

Issue:

Medical Devices

Audience:

General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals

Identification number:

RA-69034

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  Reason
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  Affected products

Affected Products

Combi Loop Sling

Reason

Arjo has received a limited number of complaints identifying a potential malfunction with the orange loop stitching of the Combi Slings. If the failure of the loop is not detected prior to transfer, as per information provided in the instructions for use, this may lead to a patient fall potentially causing major trauma or head injury.

Affected products