Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1681-2017 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Merge Healthcare, Inc. |
| Report date | Apr 5, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | Apr 4, 2016 |
| Quantity | 1,627 sites potentially have the affected software |
| Location | Hartland, WI, United States |
Official product description
Merge Eye Care Systems, consisting of Merge Eye Station, Merge Eye Care PACS, and Merge Eye Station Import Utility (ESIU).
Why the product was recalled
The system will completely stop allowing the downloading or acquisition of new images due to incompatible software application versions.
Distribution information
Distribution was made to medical facilities nationwide. Government distribution was made. Foreign distribution was made to Canada, as well as other countries. There was no military distribution.
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: Two or more of the following: Email, Fax, Letter, Press Release, Telephone, Visit.
What to do next
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