FDA recall record

Optimedica Catalys Precision Laser System-Catalys - U - US product recall — FDA Z-1683-2015

Software anomaly on OptiMedica CATALYS System version 3.00.05 that may result in incorrect parameters provided for cataract incision surgeon templates and…

Class IIclassification
Z-1683-2015official record ID
Jun 3, 2015report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-1683-2015
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmOptimedica Corporation
Report dateJun 3, 2015
Recall initiation dateFeb 20, 2015
Quantity171 distributed Worldwide
LocationSunnyvale, CA, United States

Official product description

Catalys Precision Laser System-Catalys - U - US product; Catalys-1 - International product; software version 3.00.05 The OptiMedica Catalys Precision Laser System is indicated for use in patients undergoing cataract surgery for removal of the crystalline lens.

Why the product was recalled

Software anomaly on OptiMedica CATALYS System version 3.00.05 that may result in incorrect parameters provided for cataract incision surgeon templates and both eyes have the same parameters.

Distribution information

Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide, Germany, Switzerland, Australia, Spain, Japan, Great Britain, France, Netherlands, Austria, Singapore, South Korea, India, Brazil, Italy, Belgium, Egypt, Colombia, Hong Kong, and Canada.

How to read the classification

FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.

Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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