Liko Slingbars, Twinbar and Sidebar (2013-04-30)

Starting date:

April 30, 2013

Posting date:

October 31, 2013

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-36491

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  Reason
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  Affected products

Recalled Products

A. Liko Slingbar 350

B. Liko Slingbar 360

C. Liko Twinbar 670 / Slingbar Wide 670

D. Liko Sidebar Standard

Reason

Hill-Rom has become aware of a potential safety issue related to the Slingbar 350, Slingbar 360, Slingbar wide 670, and Sidebar standard, which could be attached to various Liko overhead and mobile lifts. A serious injury to a patient, caregiver, or bystander could result from tripping or otherwise falling in to the Sling bar, typically while the lift is parked or stored when not in use. The Sling hook on the end of the Sling bar could pierce a body structure, such as the head, shoulder, or groin. The affected sling bar designs have not been sold or distributed since May 2008.

Affected products