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Innovation & Devices
A Class I recall of certain Impella CP SmartAssist sets follows persistent low-purge-pressure alarms that may interrupt support. Hospitals should identify affected inventory and plan for monitored pump exchange.
Rayan Salih · September 23, 2026 · 6 min
Innovation & Devices
The FDA’s Class I classification covers certain catheter introducers in kits used with Impella heart pumps. Heart teams should verify identifiers and incorporate the manufacturer’s correction into procedural checks.
Rayan Salih · 6 min read
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