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FDA Devices Critical Class I 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

Reported: July 18, 2012 Initiated: September 15, 2006 #Z-1985-2012

Product 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 for Recall

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.

Details

Units Affected
86 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide)
Location
Salt Lake City, UT

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
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.. Recalled by GE OEC Medical Systems, Inc. Units affected: 86 units.
Why was this product recalled?
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.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 18, 2012. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-1985-2012.