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Infusion Pump Software Correction: Becton, Dickinson and Company (BD) Issues Correction for BD Alaris Systems Manager and Care Coordination Engine Infusion Adapter Software Due to Risk for Outdated Automated Programming Requests to Load

Software from Alaris System Manager and CCE Infusion Adapter needs updates so outdated infusion information does not load to the Alaris infusion pump system.

http://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-recalls/infusion-pump-software-correction-becton-dickinson-and-company-bd-issues-correction-bd-alaris

 
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Implantable Port Recall: Smiths Medical Removes ProPort Plastic Implantable Ports Due to Manufacturing Error that May Cause Separation

A manufacturing error may cause ProPort Plastic Implantable Ports, which are used in patients who need repeat venous access for treatment, to separate before, during, or after implantation.

http://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-recalls/implantable-port-recall-smiths-medical-removes-proport-plastic-implantable-ports-due-manufacturing

 
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Embolization Device Recall and Correction: Medtronic Removes Unused 027 Compatible Pipeline Vantage Embolization Device with Shield Technology, Updates Use Instructions for 021 Compatible Pipeline Vantage Embolization Devices due to Increased Risk of Incomplete Wall Apposition and Braid Deformation

Pipeline Vantage Embolization Devices block off blood flow to intracranial aneurysms. Some devices do not attach properly or fail to stay attached.

http://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-recalls/embolization-device-recall-and-correction-medtronic-removes-unused-027-compatible-pipeline-vantage