Transducer S8-3t UDI — Class II medical device recall Z-1843-2020
Terminated recall by Philips Ultrasound Inc, reported 2020-05-13, distributed nationwide. The firm has discovered an issue associated with some Transesophageal (TEE) transducers that were not properly
| Recall number | Z-1843-2020 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | Philips Ultrasound Inc, Bothell, WA, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2019-08-30 |
| Classified | 2020-05-01 |
| Reported by FDA | 2020-05-13 |
| Terminated | 2024-11-27 |
| Distributed | Nationwide (US) |
| UPC / GTIN / UDI-DI | 00884838073524 |
| Model numbers | 989605431171 |
Product
Transducer S8-3t UDI (01)00884838073524 REF 989605431171 Can be used as accessory with: EPIQ 7, Affiniti 70, EPIQ 5, EPIQ CVxi Ultrasound systems - Product Usage: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body - particularly transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) studies
Reason for recall
The firm has discovered an issue associated with some Transesophageal (TEE) transducers that were not properly programmed during manufacturing. As a result, the system is unable to correctly measure the temperature on the distal tip of the transducer. This issue may result in affected transducers not initiating auto-cool during use which could result in patient injury
Machine access
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