FDA recall record

Nidek EC-5000 Excimer Laser Corneal Surgery System recall — FDA Z-1710-2015

Multi-stage treatment option for the EC-5000 Operator's Manual was not approved by the FDA.

Class IIclassification
Z-1710-2015official record ID
Jun 10, 2015report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-1710-2015
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmNidek Inc.
Report dateJun 10, 2015
Recall initiation dateMar 24, 2015
Quantity114 units
LocationFremont, CA, United States

Official product description

EC-5000 Excimer Laser Corneal Surgery System (EC-5000, EC 5000 CXIII, EC-5000 Quest. Opthalmic: NIDEK EXCIMER LASER CORNEAL SURGERY SYSTEM, model EC-5000, is an ophthalmic laser system used for correction of corneal refraction and ablation of the corneal surface.

Why the product was recalled

Multi-stage treatment option for the EC-5000 Operator's Manual was not approved by the FDA.

Distribution information

Us distribution only.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

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

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