Medical device recalls
39180 federal recalls on file. Federal recalls for medical devices — surgical equipment, monitors, diagnostic tools, implants, home health devices. Sourced from the FDA.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DeviceTheralase Inc.Class IIITLC-2000 Therapeutic Medical Laser System
660 nm laser diodes may be below rated power output.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DeviceBreas Medical, Inc.Class IIProtective Cover Vivo 55/65 (Used for Vivo 50/65), Part No. 006344. It is an accessory (i.e. protective cover) for the Vivo 50 and Vivo 65 ventilators - Product Usage: The protective cover is intended for additional protection of the Vivo 50, Vivo 55, Vivo 60 and Vivo 65 ventilators during transportation, and in hospital, institutional, and home care environments. It can be used while the Vivo ventilators is operating, for example mounted on a wheelchair, in a personal vehicle, or carried by han
The outlet hole of the exhalation valve control pressure tube on the ventilator may become obstructed by the protective cover.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DeviceSt Jude Medical, Cardiac Rhythm Management DivisionClass IIEllipse, Tiered-therapy Cardioverter/Defibrillator, REF (UDI/GTIN): CD1377-36QC (05414734507646), CD2411-36C (05414734507585), CD1277-36 (05414734506045), CD1377-36C (05414734507622), CD2277-36Q (05414734505932), CD2377-36QC (05414734507523), with Merlin Patient Care System with software model 3330
Past updates to programmers and transmitters may lead some implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD) to lose wireless radiofrequency (RF) communication; which means patients can no longer be interrogated with wireless RF telemetry or monitored remotely.
- 2020-03-04FDA-Deviceulrich medical USA IncClass IIUlrich medical neon3 OCT spinal stabilization, REF CS 3917-12, Locking screw for crosslink, screw-to-screw
Due to a production error, the weld seam of the "Locking screw for crosslink, screw-to-screw" cannot reliably transmit the required torque of 3.5 Nm during installation.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DeviceRandox Laboratories, LimitedClass IIRX Daytona Plus (with ISE/without ISE); Models Nos. RX4040 (w/ISE) and RX4041 (without ISE) - Product Usage: A fully automated, random access, clinical chemistry analyzer complete with dedicated analyzer software. For use in clinical laboratories.
Software version UI2550642107 for the RX Daytona + instrument released to correct the following issues: 1) The order of samples displayed is not sequential according to SID (sample identification number) when searching the run/results screen; 2) Incorrect color flagging of IQC as "out of range."
- 2020-03-04FDA-DeviceTheralase Inc.Class IIITLC-2000 Therapeutic Medical Laser System Power Pack, Model Number TLC-2002
Power Pack (component) was shipped with an internal battery pack tested to UN-38.3, UL-2054 and IEC-62133 (2nd Edition) standards; however, not tested to IEC-60601-1-2 (3rd edition) standards
- 2020-03-04FDA-DeviceZimmer Biomet, Inc.Class IITHP Hip Plating System, Item Nos. 14-451070 14-451075 14-451080 14-451085 14-451090 14-451095 14-451100 14-451105 14-451110 14-451115 14-451120 14-451125 14-451130 . The product is a metallic bone fixation system.
Potential increase in fracture rate was detected during internal testing, in addition to potential discoloration inside the inner pouch of the packaging.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DeviceSiemens Medical Solutions USA, IncClass IICOHERENCE Oncologist, Model Nos. 07333680 & 07351898
A potential safety issue arises when an offset calculation is followed by a filter operation; correcting the image alignment after this sequence will result in incorrect offset values which could lead to incorrect repositioning of the patient and dose to wrong location.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DevicePhilips North America, LLCClass IIPhilips DigiTrak XT Holter Recorder Software version number B.1 and C.2. The DigiTrak XT Recorder is available in four different configurations. Service tag numbers for these configurations are as follows: - 453564067151 24-Hour Configuration - 453564067161 48-Hour Configuration - 453564067171 96-Hour Configuration - 453564067181 7-Day Configuration Model Number: 860322
if an AAA battery is inserted in the recorder and a user attempts to start it, or if the recorder is inserted in the docking station, the recorder will display Error: 602 and fail to function for a new patient study.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DeviceHologic, Inc.Class IISelenia Dimensions Mammography System, Model number ASY-04160, Selenia Dimensions Gantry, UDI 15420045505636,
The recalling firm has received reports from the field of the C-arm on the Selenia Dimensions system seizing or dropping during field repairs and cleaning of the systems.
- 2020-03-04FDA-DevicePhilips North America, LLCClass IIAmbulance Parameter Extension (APE) kit M4758A, an accessory to the Philips HeartStart MRx Monitor/Defibrillator - Product Usage: is intended to be used with the M3536A MRx in EMS environments.
M4758A Ambulance Parameter Extension (APE) kit may cause ECG "Leads Off" condition in hot, humid environments
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceHitachi Medical Systems America IncClass IIUST-2265-2 Probe, Part Number: UST-2265-2 - Product Usage: The UST-2265-2 probe is intended to be used for diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as Continuous-wave Doppler (CWD) for Cardiac Adult, Cardiac Pediatric, and Peripheral Vessel.
These 18 probes may have mis-wiring in the inner cables, causing decreased sensitivity and thus resulting in lower peak velocity readings.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceSiemens Medical Solutions USA, IncClass IIARTIS Pheno-Interventional Fluoroscopic X-Ray System Model Number: 10849000 - Product Usage:AXIOM Artis is a family of dedicated angiography systems developed for single and biplane diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures including, but not limited to, pediatric and obese patients. Procedures that can be performed with the AXIOM Artis family include cardiac angiography, neuro angiography, general angiography, rotational angiography, operating room angiography, multipurpose angiography
Potential exists for one or more axes of the robotic stand to become blocked by their safety brakes; In the event the axis is blocked by its safety brake, the robotic stand can no longer perform the intended movements
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceSiemens Medical Solutions USA, IncClass IIYsio Max, model no. 10762470 - Product Usage: The Ysio Max is a radiographic system used in hospitals, clinics, and medical practices. Ysio Max enables radiographic and tomographic exposures f the whole body including: skull, chest, abdomen, and extremities and may be used on pediatric, adult and bariatric patients. It can also be used for intravenous, small interventions (like biopsy, punctures, etc.) and emergency (trauma, critical ill) applications. Exposures may be taken with the patient sit
A software bug may lead to one image to be assigned to two different patients, which could potentially affect medical diagnosis.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceSiemens Medical Solutions USA, IncClass IILuminos Agile Max, model no. 10762471 - Product Usage: Luminos Agile Max is a device intended to visualize anatomical structures by converting an X-ray pattern into a visible image. The system has medical applications ranging from gastrointestinal examinations to cranial, skeletal, thoracic and lung exposures as well as examinations of the urogenital tract.
A software bug may lead to one image to be assigned to two different patients, which could potentially affect medical diagnosis.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceSiemens Medical Solutions USA, IncClass IILuminos dRF Max, model no. 10762471 - Product Usage: Luminos dRF Max is a device intended to visualize anatomical structures by converting an X-ray pattern into a visible image. The system has medical applications ranging from gastrointestinal examinations to cranial, skeletal, thoracic and lung exposures as well as examinations of the urogenital tract.
A software bug may lead to one image to be assigned to two different patients, which could potentially affect medical diagnosis.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceEthicon, Inc.Class II1 STRATAFIX" Spiral PDS Plus Violet 12" (30 cm) CT-1 Needle, SXPP1B429
The product do not meet certain internal testing specifications.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceEthicon, Inc.Class II1 STRATAFIX" Spiral PDS Plus Violet 36" (90cm) CTX Needle, SXPP1B402
The product do not meet certain internal testing specifications.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceEthicon, Inc.Class II1 STRATAFIX Spiral PDS Plus Violet 18" (45cm) OS-6 Needle, SXPP1B201
The product do not meet certain internal testing specifications.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceSiemens Medical Solutions USA, IncClass IIUroskop Omnia max, Model No. 10762473 - Product Usage: Uroskop Omnia Max is a device intended to visualize anatomical structures by converting an Xray pattern into a visible image. The system is designed primarily for urological diagnosis and the support of urological therapeutic applications such as examinations and small interventions of the urogenital tract.
Siemens became aware of an issue of incorrect use of the bypass key overriding the built-in collision control creating risk of collision with obstacles or persons when the operator uses the override function.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceSiemens Medical Solutions USA, IncClass IILuminos Agile Max, Model No. 10762472 - Product Usage: Luminos Agile Max is a device intended to visualize anatomical structures by converting an X-ray pattern into a visible image. The system has medical applications ranging from gastrointestinal examinations to cranial, skeletal, thoracic and lung exposures as well as examinations of the urogenital tract.
Siemens became aware of an issue of incorrect use of the bypass key overriding the built-in collision control creating risk of collision with obstacles or persons when the operator uses the override function.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceSiemens Medical Solutions USA, IncClass IILuminos dRF Max, Model No. 10762471 - Product Usage: Luminos dRF Max is a device intended to visualize anatomical structures by converting an X-ray pattern into a visible image. The system has medical applications ranging from gastrointestinal examinations to cranial, skeletal, thoracic and lung exposures as well as examinations of the urogenital tract.
Siemens became aware of an issue of incorrect use of the bypass key overriding the built-in collision control creating risk of collision with obstacles or persons when the operator uses the override function.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceMindray DS USA, Inc. dba Mindray North AmericaClass IIDP-30 Digital Ultrasonic Diagnostic Imaging System, Part No. 1155E-PA00004 - Product Usage: The Digital Ultrasonic Diagnostic Imaging System is applicable for adults, pregnant women, pediatric patients and neonates. It is intended for use in fetal, abdominal, pediatric, small organ (breast, thyroid, testes), neonatal cephalic, adult cephalic, trans-rectal, trans-vaginal, muscular-skeletal (conventional, superficial), cardiac (adult, pediatric), peripheral vascular and urology exams.
The DP-30 displays an incorrect needle-guide bracket when used with the 65EC10EA model transducer.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DevicePhilips Medical Systems Gmbh, DMCClass IICombiDiagnost PCF, Software v. 1.0.5, Product Code 709030 - Product Usage: Xray system, diagnostic, fluoroscopic, general purpose.
When using the Table Up/Down button, the system may experience Error 80, which locks the geometry in that specific state, requiring the intervention of a service Engineer. Additionally, the thermos switch, which handles power down of the unit in case of transformer overheating, was installed incorrectly at production.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DevicePhilips Medical Systems Gmbh, DMCClass IICombiDiagnost GCF, Software v. 1.0.5, Product Code 709030 - Product Usage: Xray system, diagnostic, fluoroscopic, general purpose.
When using the Table Up/Down button, the system may experience Error 80, which locks the geometry in that specific state, requiring the intervention of a service Engineer. Additionally, the thermos switch, which handles power down of the unit in case of transformer overheating, was installed incorrectly at production.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceThe Binding Site Group, Ltd.Class IIOPTILITE IgM Kit, REF: NK012.OPT.A, IVD, UDI: 05051700017565
There is a potential that users may experience difficulty validating the calibration of the kit. This is indicated by kit control values reporting outside the specified ranges. This could result in potential false patient results which could cause a delay until repeat testing is performed.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceTheralase Inc.Class IIITLC-2000 Therapeutic Medical Laser System - Product Usage: Indicated for the temporary relief of knee pain.
Power supply (Model Number: TLC-2003) ME90A2403F01 (24 VDC, 3.75 A, 90 W, 1% peak to peak ripple and noise, which meets UL/EN/IEC-60601-1-2, 4th edition specification) shipped versus Power supply (Model Number: TLC-2003) MENB1100A2403F01 (24 VDC, 4.2 A, 101 W, 1% peak to peak ripple and noise, which meets UL/EN/IEC-60601-1-2, 3rd edition specification)
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceNobel Biocare Usa LlcClass IIAbutment Screw Retrieval Instrument RP/WP/6.0 - Product Usage: The instruments for abutment screw retrieval can be used if an abutment screw is broken and a part of the screw is left inside the implant screw channel. If the implant thread needs to be cleaned before placing a new screw, a screw tap repair can be used. The instruments are intended for both simple and advanced treatments.
Due to a problem in the packaging sealing process at the supplier of the affected devices, it cannot be guaranteed that the sterilized medical devices in the scope of this recall remain sterile during their shelf-life.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceNobel Biocare Usa LlcClass IIAbutment Screw Retrieval Kit - Product Usage: The kit itself does not have a specific intended Use, but included devices have specific intended use as shown above.
Due to a problem in the packaging sealing process at the supplier of the affected devices, it cannot be guaranteed that the sterilized medical devices in the scope of this recall remain sterile during their shelf-life.
- 2020-02-26FDA-DeviceNobel Biocare Usa LlcClass IIImplant Retrieval Kit - Product Usage: The kit itself does not have a specific intended Use, but included devices have specific intended use as shown above.
Due to a problem in the packaging sealing process at the supplier of the affected devices, it cannot be guaranteed that the sterilized medical devices in the scope of this recall remain sterile during their shelf-life.
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