PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Leica HistoCore PEGASUS (PROCESSOR, TISSUE, AUTOMATED)

Reported: May 1, 2024 Initiated: November 20, 2023 #Z-0590-2024

Product Description

Leica HistoCore PEGASUS (PROCESSOR, TISSUE, AUTOMATED)

Reason for Recall

There is an issue regarding poorly processed and/or damaged biopsy tissue specimens on the HistoCore PEGASUS / HistoCore PEGASUS Plus resulting from an incorrect assignment of the carryover value set for created or edited protocols.

Details

Units Affected
98 devices
Distribution
US, Nationwide
Location
Nussloch, N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Leica HistoCore PEGASUS (PROCESSOR, TISSUE, AUTOMATED). Recalled by LEICA BIOSYSTEMS NUSSLOCH GMBH. Units affected: 98 devices.
Why was this product recalled?
There is an issue regarding poorly processed and/or damaged biopsy tissue specimens on the HistoCore PEGASUS / HistoCore PEGASUS Plus resulting from an incorrect assignment of the carryover value set for created or edited protocols.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 1, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0590-2024.