Wipro GE Healthcare recalls Care Plus, Lullaby incubators

Wipro GE Healthcare Private Ltd. is recalling Care Plus and Lullaby incubators. The issue is that the bedside panel or porthole of the incubators can look closed despite not being properly latched. In addition, if a canopy cover is in place, the bedside panel may look secured, but the panel latches may not be locked correctly.

If the panel detaches or opens, newborns could fall and suffer injuries, such as skin abrasions, bleeding, fractures and head trauma, or death. One serious injury has been reported.

Recalled products include Care Plus, Care Plus models 1000 through 4000, Lullaby Incubator, Lullaby Incubator XP and Lullaby Incubator TR.

The vendor sent all affected customers a letter on Dec. 26, 2023, explaining actions they can take to continue using the device. They should:

• Ensure the latches are secure each time the bedside panel is closed;
• Ensure the porthole door latches are checked manually to make sure they are secure each time the porthole doors are closed; and
• Ensure the porthole door is pulled to make sure it is latched each time the bedside panel or porthole is closed.

MB Bureau