EKOS Corporation have recently received several complaints from users where the radio-opaque marker bands on the Intelligent Drug Delivery Catheter (IDDC) were dislodged during a procedure and report of MicroSonic Device (MSD) breaking during insertion or operation.
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Complaints were received of gowns pilling or balling, linting and abrades, blood strikethrough and fibers falling off the gowns.
Complaints were received of gowns pilling or balling, linting and abrades, blood strikethrough and fibers falling off the gowns.
Class I - Dangerous
The GMF-RC65 Replacement Surgical Headlight Cable for Cogent Microlink falls outside of the firm's 510k due to light transmitting fiber material difference.
The general purpose electromagnetic sensor was incorrectly calibrated causing potential variability in the projected position of the needle path with the ultrasound device.
Firm officials reported to CIN-DO that for this device, in the labeling on the inner Tyvek peel pouch, the letter 'E' in Electrosurgical was turned into an 'X' and the number '5" of the (mm tips) was turned into a '0'. This affected the description and some of the text of the labels. However, it did not t affect the Part Number and Lot Number on the label.
The general purpose electromagnetic sensor was incorrectly calibrated causing potential variability in the projected position of the needle path with the ultrasound device.
Encision is performing a field correction to their AEM Disposable Electrodes due to two consumer complaints reporting unanticipated alarms from the AEM monitor while using the device. This issue could result delays or complications during surgical procedures.
Firm officials reported to CIN-DO that their Bipolar Bayonet Forceps 7.75" are misbranded in that the manufacturer symbol was replaced by the expiry symbol on the packaging.
The carton label for this device has the manufacturer symbol where the expiration date symbol should be. Firm officials met with FDA on 5/17/2012. At which time, they reported various labeling errors for their Button Switch Pen Electrode Electrosurgical /Extendable Pencils.
Firm officials reported to CIN-DO that for this device, in the labeling on the inner Tyvek peel pouch, the letter 'E' in Electrosurgical was turned into an 'X' and the number '5" of the (mm tips) was turned into a '0'. This affected the description and some of the text of the labels. However, it did not t affect the Part Number and Lot Number on the label.
The Tyvek pouch label for this device states: 'with holster'; however, this product does not come with a holster. Firm officials met with FDA on 5/17/2012. At which time, they reported various labeling errors with their Button Switch Pen Electrode Electrosurgical /Extendable Pencils.
Zimmer is recalling Pathfinder NXT Fixed Percutaneous Rod Holder, because complaints have been received that the rod holder tip may crack or break when the rod is manipulated during surgery.
Class I - Dangerous
Firm officials reported to CIN-DO that their Electrosurgical Monopolar Reusable Bayonet Forceps are misbranded in that the label states that the tip size is: (0.5mm) when the tip size actually measures (1.0mm).
Firm officials reported to CIN-DO that the outer carton label of this sterile, single use device is misbranded in that it lists an incorrect expiration date. The outer carton label lists the sterile expiration date as: 2012-02-(28) [the manufacture date] ; however the device pouch label lists the sterile date as: 2017-02-(28). The pouch label lists the correct sterile expiration date.
The gravity steam, Ethylene Oxide (EO) and STERRAD 100S sterilization methods are being removed from the "Instructions for Use"; due to the firm's evaluation that identified original validation was not done at worst case conditions.
Please be aware that this is not a new recall. The firm has taken action; but, due to administrative issues this recall is now being classified by the Agency. On October 11, 2006, GE Healthcare recalled GE OEC InstaTrak 3500 Plus System with Software version 5.2, the surgical Navigation and Visualization Application due to software related issues.
superDimension, Inc., is conducting a recall of certain superDimension Systems operating Software Version 4.0 - 4.9. The affected systems are sold under the product code AAS00016-xx. The products being recalled have been found to malfunction when connected to the superDimension Locatable Guide (LG). Specifically, the Systems using Software Version 4.0-4.9 will not recognize the Locatable Guide
The general purpose electromagnetic sensor was incorrectly calibrated causing potential variability in the projected position of the needle path with the ultrasound device.
Class I - Dangerous
Edwards is recalling Suction Wand models SPC2081 and S033 because the plastic tip attached to the metal suction wand may become detached during routine use.