[Recalled] Advanta 2 Bed. The Advanta 2 Bed is intended for low to moderate acuity patients in the medical/surgical area of the hospital. — During an evaluation of Advanta 2 siderail samples returned from the field it w… | FDA 2012-06-18

Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.

Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: During an evaluation of Advanta 2 siderail samples returned from the field it was found that the screws used to attach the siderail were being stripped from the plastic cavity of the siderail.

This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.

What to do if you own this product

Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.

Read the full official notice →

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