Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

BIO CAL(R) Temperature Controller Recalled by Medtronic Perfusion Systems Due to Medtronic has been unable to develop a cleaning...

Date: February 8, 2018
Company: Medtronic Perfusion Systems
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Medtronic Perfusion Systems directly.

Affected Products

BIO CAL(R) Temperature Controller, Models: (a) 370, (b) 370I Product Usage: The BIO CAL(R) (unit) is a thermal transfer module designed to control patient blood temperature during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures when heating or cooling of the blood is desired.

Quantity: 1980 units

Why Was This Recalled?

Medtronic has been unable to develop a cleaning protocol to satisfy current industry concerns and expectations. As a result, an updated cleaning protocol will not be developed by Medtronic and it has been determined that the best course of action is to request BIO CAL users to discontinue use and dispose of BIO CAL devices.

Where Was This Sold?

Worldwide Distribution

About Medtronic Perfusion Systems

Medtronic Perfusion Systems has 96 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report