PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Transducer S7-3t UDI (01)00884838061439 REF 989605406772 Can be used with: CX50, EPIQ 7, Affiniti 50 and Affiniti 70 Ultrasound systems - Product Usage: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body - particularly transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) studies

Reported: May 13, 2020 Initiated: August 30, 2019 #Z-1841-2020

Product Description

Transducer S7-3t UDI (01)00884838061439 REF 989605406772 Can be used with: CX50, EPIQ 7, Affiniti 50 and Affiniti 70 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

Details

Recalling Firm
Philips Ultrasound Inc
Units Affected
N/A
Distribution
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution.
Location
Bothell, WA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Transducer S7-3t UDI (01)00884838061439 REF 989605406772 Can be used with: CX50, EPIQ 7, Affiniti 50 and Affiniti 70 Ultrasound systems - Product Usage: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body - particularly transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) studies. Recalled by Philips Ultrasound Inc. Units affected: N/A.
Why was this product recalled?
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
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 13, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1841-2020.