Supply Issues Fannin and Medtronic Diathermy Plates Multiple Products (ICN 1850)

• The suppliers Fannin and Medtronic have informed us of further product codes affected by the supply issue.
• There are four further product codes affected:
  • FDJ103 Diathermy plate split without leadwire
  • FDJ105 Diathermy plate split without leadwire
  • FDJ125 Diathermy cable reusable
  • FDJ499 Diathermy plate split with leadwire.
• There are now 10 product codes currently subject to intermittent supply.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply disruption is anticipated to be resolved by 31 January 2023.

• The suppliers Fannin and Medtronic have informed us that the supply issue with Diathermy Plates is still ongoing.
• This is due to issues securing raw materials due to global component shortages.
• There is one further product code affected:
  • FDJ249 – Diathermy plate split with lead wire adult return electrode 183 x 114mm 2.7m (9ft) cord for patients 13.6kg+.
• The six affected codes are currently subject to intermittent supply.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• See our Downloads section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply disruption is anticipated to be resolved by 31 January 2023.

Change:

• The suppliers Fannin and Medtronic have informed us of a supply issue with Diathermy Plates.
• The five product codes affected are:
  • FDJ093 – Diathermy plate split without leadwire adult return electrode 183 x 114mm for patients 13.6kg+
  • FDJ138 – Diathermy plate split with leadwire universal ‘A’ REM 140 x 106mm apple shape with overlapping gel 3m cable
  • FDJ152 – Diathermy plate split without leadwire universal 120 x 132mm overlapping gel low profile waterproof woven cloth backing
  • FDJ153 – Diathermy plate split with leadwire universal 120 x 132mm low profile waterproof woven cloth backing with overlapping gel 3m cable
  • FDJ1668 – Diathermy plate split without leadwire universal split diathermy plate 16.3cm x 13cm woven cloth low trauma overlay – non-returnable product.
• The suppliers are having issues securing raw materials due to global component shortages.

Impact:

• The affected codes are currently subject to intermittent supply.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• See our Downloads section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes and potential alternatives.
• The supply disruption is anticipated to be resolved by the end of December 2022.

Next Steps:

• Customers are advised to log into our website to review the potential indirect alternative products, taking into consideration cost and compatibility.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Relationship Manager or Customer Services Advisor.

Please note that due to the clinical nature of these alternative products we advise you to consult your own clinical experts to ensure suitability for your organisations use of these products.