Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1449-2015 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Hansen Medical Inc. |
| Report date | Apr 22, 2015 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 18, 2015 |
| Quantity | 19 total installed systems |
| Location | Mountain View, CA, United States |
Official product description
Magellan Robotic System; Model No(s). 11132 and 11139. A steerable catheter control system used at clinical sites.
Why the product was recalled
Based on investigation of two complaint incidents, all Hansen Medical Magellan Robotic System (Model No. 11132 and 11139) may experience an unexpected event during a retraction operation of catheter. Retraction of catheter may not stop when equipment button is released.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US Distribution and the countries of : Saudi Arabia, Australia, France, Italy, Germany, and United Kingdom.
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: N/A.
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