Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1696-2017 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Hitachi Aloka Medical, Ltd. |
| Report date | Apr 5, 2017 |
| Recall initiation date | Jun 11, 2014 |
| Location | Wallingford, CT, United States |
Official product description
Prosound F75 or F75 The Hitachi Aloka Medical, Ltd. Prosound F75 is intended for use by trained personnel (doctor, sonographer, etc.) for the diagnostic ultrasound evaluation of Fetal; Abdominal; Intra-operative; Intra-operative (neurosurgery); Laparoscopic; Pediatric; Small Organ; Neonatal Cephalic; Neonatal Cephalic; Trans-rectal; Trans-vaginal; TEE (non-cardiac); Musculo-skeletal; Cardiac Adult; Cardiac Adult TEE; Cardiac Neonatal; Cardiac Pediatric; Cardiac Pediatric TEE; Peripheral Vascular; and Gynecological applications. The device is not indicated for Ophthalmic applications
Why the product was recalled
Loosened monitor arm.
Distribution information
Nationwide Distribution to PA, TX, FL, AZ, IN, OH
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.
What to do next
If you believe you have the recalled product, use the recall number and firm information above to confirm the official notice and follow the instructions issued by the FDA, recalling firm, retailer or product manufacturer. For drugs and medical devices, decisions about treatment or medical care should be discussed with a qualified health professional.
About this record
Recall Lookup USA preserves the most complete source information successfully retrieved. We do not create missing facts or infer affected lots or VINs. The official record may still change, so use the identifier above when verifying current instructions.
FDA source limitation: openFDA enforcement reports are a reference dataset, not a live public-alert or recall-lifecycle service. FDA notes that enforcement-report status may not be updated after classification. Confirm current actions with the FDA, recalling firm or appropriate healthcare professional when relevant.