Impella
Abiomed, Inc. · Model Impella 2.5 AIC Pump Set
PUMP, BLOOD, CARDIOPULMONARY BYPASS, NON-ROLLER TYPE
Intended use: A sterile tubular device with a built-in electrically-powered axial flow pump (e.g., a micro motor with an impeller) at the distal end, designed to provide circulatory assistance to the heart by pumping blood during heart failure. It is inserted through the lumen of the aorta and into the left ventricle, surgically or percutaneously via an artery, and connected to an external control unit; it moves blood from the left ventricle to the aorta across the aortic valve. It is typically used emergently post acute myocardial infarction (AMI), electively for high-risk cardiac catheterization, for open chest surgery, and during transport between hospitals. This is a single-use device.
Key tips
- ·When no category-specific guidance fits, default to the manufacturer's own service manual and the general troubleshooting method in the Engineer's Guide.
- ·Run an incoming and annual electrical safety test regardless of how niche the device is.
PM Checklist
Preventive-maintenance tasks typical of this equipment class. Perform to the manufacturer's procedure and your facility's policy - this is general reference, not a schedule for this specific unit.
- ·Follow the manufacturer's PM schedule
- ·Perform incoming and annual electrical safety testing per facility biomedical program
Technical Specs
- MRI safety
- Labeling does not contain MRI Safety Information
- Sterile
- Yes
- Single use
- Yes
- Prescription use
- Rx only
- FDA distribution status
- Not in Commercial Distribution
- Device type (GMDN)
- Intracardiac circulatory assist axial-pump catheter
- FDA product classification
- Temporary Non-Roller Type Cardiac Support Blood Pump
- Manufacturer support
- 978.777.5410 · wbolt@abiomed.com
Typical Location
Where this class of equipment is typically deployed - general reference, not this unit's own placement record.
- Varies by device - check the unit's own manual for facility placement guidance
Documents & Manuals
No documents available for this device yet.
Safety & Recalls
Synced live from the FDA openFDA API.
- RECALL
Potential software error in the Automated Impella Controller ("AIC" ) when used in conjunction with left ventricular Impella devices.
- RECALL
A retrospective review identified that there are AIC units requiring specific hardware updates to address potential safety concerns. These hardware updates have been implemented through Abiomed s servicing process; therefore, AICs that have not received service are pending these updates. Issue 1: The proximity of the internal Video Graphics Array cable to the Digital Signal Processor chipset on the Impellatronic printed circuit assembly could potentially result in Electrostatic Discharge coupling into the Digital Signal Processor which may interrupt motor controls. Issue 2: There is a potential for the Compact Flash Memory Card dislodgement due to external applied forces, which could result in AIC startup failures and data logging issues. Issue 3: Improper routing of the fan wire within the AIC could lead to fan wire damage, which may result in console boot-up failure. Issue 4: Potential
- RECALL
Potential that the "Purge System Blocked" alarm display on the Automated Impella Controller (AIC) could be delayed when using first generation Impella 5.5 (0550-0008*) pumps.
- RECALL
Potential cybersecurity vulnerabilities related to the operating system in the Automated Impella Controller (AIC).
- RECALL
Specific Automated Impella Controllers (AICs) that have a Pump Driver Circuit Assembly do not meet current specifications. This may lead to decreased pump performance or pump stop and trigger an Impella Failure or Impella Stopped Controller Failure alarm.
- RECALL
A potential issue with the Automated Impella Controller (AIC) not detecting an Impella pump when it is connected
- RECALL
Pump not detected as connected to controller due to software issue.
- RECALL
Retrospective submission for following issues identified: 1. Alarm failures, power-path faults, electrical-short risks, and inaccurate motor-current sensing were identified in certain AIC consoles. 2. There is improper alignment between the purge cassette and the motor drive in the AIC. This can result in a piston block event and lead to the inability to complete priming of the purge system, requiring the user to switch to backup AIC console.
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