iVue and iVue 500 (now called iScan) OCT systems with software version 2016.0.0.127 (USA only) and 2016.1.0.127 (out of US) Opthalmic: iVue is a non-contact, high resolution tomographic imaging device. It is intended for in vivo imaging, axial cross-sectional and three-dimensional imaging and measurement of anterior and posterior ocular structures, including retina, retinal nerve fiber layer, ganglion cell complex (GCC), optic disc, cornea, and anterior chamber the eye.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    US and foreign (not yet provided) Software version 2016.0.0.127: Serial numbers: 21908, 26507, 26496, 26558, 22738, 26139, 26442, 25720, 25079, 25142, 23298, 21990, 23461, 24199, 25843, 26572, 26550, 22971, 26495, 22652, 26550, 22971, 26495, 22652, 25389, 23309, 23760, 21732-1, 23527, 20923, 21600, 21414, 20271, 23153, 22875, 23211. Software version 2016.1.0.127; Serial numbers forthcoming.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Optovue, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
A software anomaly was detected that affects Optovue iVue and iVue 500 with Normative Database that may display images of the same eye rather than right and left if user scrolls on the map.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

iVue and iVue 500 (now called iScan) OCT systems with software version 2016.0.0.127 (USA only) and 2016.1.0.127 (out of US) Opthalmic: iVue is a non-contact, high resolution tomographic imaging device. It is intended for in vivo imaging, axial cross-sectional and three-dimensional imaging and measurement of anterior and posterior ocular structures, including retina, retinal nerve fiber layer, ganglion cell complex (GCC), optic disc, cornea, and anterior chamber the eye.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

US and foreign (not yet provided) Software version 2016.0.0.127: Serial numbers: 21908, 26507, 26496, 26558, 22738, 26139, 26442, 25720, 25079, 25142, 23298, 21990, 23461, 24199, 25843, 26572, 26550, 22971, 26495, 22652, 26550, 22971, 26495, 22652, 25389, 23309, 23760, 21732-1, 23527, 20923, 21600, 21414, 20271, 23153, 22875, 23211. Software version 2016.1.0.127; Serial numbers forthcoming.

Distribution:

Nationwide distribution

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1498-2016

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