Company: GE Healthcare LLC
Date of Enforcement Report:3/19/2014
Class lI:
PRODUCT
The Innova 3131IQ (3131-IQ) and 2121 IQ (2121-IQ) biplane systems are indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for vascular angiography, diagnostic and interventional procedures, and optionally, rotational angiography procedures. They are also indicated for generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for cardiology, diagnostic, and interventional procedures. They are intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through image intensifier technology. These devices are not intended for mammography applications. The Innova systems are indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for vascular angiography, diagnostic and interventional procedures, and optionally, rotational imaging procures. They are also indicated for generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for cardiology, diagnostic, and interventional procedures. They are intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through image intensifier technology. These devices are not intended for mammography applications.
Recall Number Z-1163-2014
REASON
GE Healthcare has become aware of a potential safety issue involving the innova systems. The Innova system can unexpectedly stop delivering X-rays after a power-on or a reset cycle which may result in the loss of real-time interventional imaging. No injuries have been reported due to this issue.
RECALLING FIRM/MANUFACTURER
GE Healthcare LLC, Waukesha , WI on 2/11/2013. Voluntary: Firm Initiated recall is ongoing
VOLUME OF PRODUCT IN COMMERCE
257(159 US, 98 OUS)
DISTRIBUTION
Nationwide and Internationally
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