FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#84253

Product

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc., ACUSON AcuNav ultrasound catheters when using SwiftLink catheter connectors; Model Number: 10348560.

FDA product code
DQOCatheter, Intravascular, Diagnostic
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Cardiovascular
510(k) numbers
K033650, K071234, K992631
Affected lot / code info
Serial Numbers: Between 80720001 and 82920068

Why it was recalled

Screen Image Quality. An assembly issue on SwiftLink connectors may cause reduced/degraded image quality when using ACUSON AcuNav ultrasound catheter transducers.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Process design

Action the firm took

Siemens Field correction was initiated on 3/20/2009. A device correction letter was distributed to all affected users, with a description of the problem and its corrective actions. Siemens service personnel will make a site visit.

Recalling firm

Firm
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
Address
1230 Shorebird Way P.O. Box 7393, Mountain View, California 94043

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Distribution in US and Internationally.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2009-03-20
Posted by FDA
2011-03-23
Terminated
2011-04-01
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #84253. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.

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