FDA Recall Terminated

InstaTrak with Multiple Dataset Navigation, 892.2050 System, Image Processing System, Model Number IT3500 Plus. Product Usage: Usage: The system is an aid to locate anatomical structures during open or percutaneous surgical procedures. It is indicated for use in medical conditions that may benefit from the use of stereotactic surgical technique. The system provides a reference to rigid anatomical structures such as sinus, skull, long bone, or vertebra, which are visible on medical images such as CT, MR, or X-ray.

Recall: Z-1985-2012 · Initiated September 15, 2006

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1985-2012
Event Number
62112
Firm
GE OEC Medical Systems, Inc
FEI Number
1720753
Product Code
LLZ
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Software design
Initiated
September 15, 2006
Posted
July 12, 2012
Terminated
August 21, 2012
Address
384 Wright Brothers Dr, Salt Lake City, UT, 84116-2862

Description

InstaTrak with Multiple Dataset Navigation, 892.2050 System, Image Processing System, Model Number IT3500 Plus. Product Usage: Usage: The system is an aid to locate anatomical structures during open or percutaneous surgical procedures. It is indicated for use in medical conditions that may benefit from the use of stereotactic surgical technique. The system provides a reference to rigid anatomical structures such as sinus, skull, long bone, or vertebra, which are visible on medical images such as CT, MR, or X-ray.

Reason

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.

Action

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. GE OEC sent an Urgent Safety Advisory Notice dated October 11, 2006 to all affected customers. The notice identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were informed that a GEHC OEC would be contacting their facility to verify the current software version installed at their site. If the issue affects their facility a software upgradewill be provided at no cost. Customers were advised to excercise caution when using the affected product until the 5.2.1software upgrade is completed. For question contact GE Healthcare Customer Service at 1-800-874-7378, option 1 or 1-801-536-4688, option 1. For questions regarding this recall call 801-536-4516.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide)

Quantity

86 units