FDA Recall Terminated

Radiological Image Processing System 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 CS, MR, or X-ray.

Recall: Z-2136-2012 · Initiated April 2, 2007

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2136-2012
Event Number
62414
Firm
GE OEC Medical Systems, Inc
FEI Number
1720753
Product Code
LLZ
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Software design
Initiated
April 2, 2007
Posted
August 8, 2012
Terminated
September 28, 2012
Address
384 Wright Brothers Dr, Salt Lake City, UT, 84116-2862

Description

Radiological Image Processing System 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 CS, MR, or X-ray.

Reason

The FluoroTrak Spinal Navigation Application on the OEC 9900 EliteNAV could result in an incorrect position of the navigated instrument(s) versus the displayed reference image.

Action

GE Healthcare sent an Urgent Recall Notice dated April 2, 2007, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers with questions were asked to call 800-874-7378. For questions regarding this recall call 801-536-4952,

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - USA including MO, IL, LA, FL, NH, TX, IN, PA, NJ and the countries of France and China

Quantity

17