Leica Cryostats
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Summary
Product
Leica Cryostats
Issue
Medical devices - Device compatibility
What to do
Contact the manufacturer if you require additional information.
Audience
Healthcare
Affected products
| Affected products | Lot or serial number | Model or catalog number |
|---|---|---|
| Leica Cryostats | More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer. | CM1950 CM1900 CM3050S CM1850 |
Issue
On August 6, 2024, Leica Biosystems became aware, through post market surveillance, of a customer using flammable freezing spray within the cryostat chamber. The air/spray mixture in the chamber ignited, leading to an explosion causing slight burns to the arms and face of the technician. The scope of the recall has been expanded to include all devices produced prior to 2009/01/01.
Recall start date: August 29, 2024
Additional information
Details
Original published date:
Alert / recall type
Health product recall
Category
Health products - Medical devices - Pathology
Companies
Leica Biosystems Nussloch GmbH
Heidelberger Street 17-19, Nussloch, Germany, 69226
Published by
Health Canada
Audience
Healthcare
Recall class
Type II
Identification number
RA-76011
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