Philips Medical Systems recalled 313 cardiac monitors on September 3, 2025, due to a BIOS battery issue. The battery may deplete unexpectedly, halting the device's start-up process without warning. Patients and healthcare providers must stop using the device immediately.
The BIOS battery may deplete faster than initially anticipated during the design phase. When the battery is depleted, the start-up process of the system will be halted, and the system will not start. No user messages are shown before the battery is low on power or depleted.
Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V. or your healthcare provider for instructions. Notification method: Letter
Model number 722400 is affected by this recall. The device is distributed worldwide, including the US and various countries across Europe, Asia, and South America. The quantity recalled is 313 units.
The BIOS battery in the cardiac monitor may deplete faster than expected. When depleted, the system will not start, potentially putting patients at risk.
There are no reported incidents of injury or death associated with this recall. However, the lack of user notifications about battery depletion raises serious safety concerns.
Stop using the cardiac monitor immediately. Follow the manufacturer's recall instructions and contact Philips Medical Systems for further guidance.
For more information, contact Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.V. or visit the recall page at the FDA's website.
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