EPIQ 7 Ultrasound System, Model 795200, 795201, 795202. Intended for diagnostic ultrasound ima...
FDA Device Recall #Z-0368-2014 — Class II — October 17, 2013
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-0368-2014 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | October 17, 2013 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Philips Medical Systems North America Inc. |
| Location | Bothell, WA |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 306 units total (206 international; 100 in the US). |
Product Description
EPIQ 7 Ultrasound System, Model 795200, 795201, 795202. Intended for diagnostic ultrasound imaging and fluid flow analysis.
Reason for Recall
A problem has been detected with Philips Model EPIQ 7 Ultrasound System, software version 1.0 and 1.0.1. Using the International System Date Format may result in calculation errors in Gestational Age Gestational Age (GA) and Established Due Date (EDD).
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) including the states of CT, HI, IL, IN, KY, MA, ME, MI, NC, OR, PA, TX, and WA, and the countries of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Chile, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Republic of Korea, Latvia, Netherlands, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and United Kingdom.
Lot / Code Information
TRACE ITEM SERIAL NUMBERS in the UNITED STATES: US713B0171, US713B0207, US813B0017, US813B0018, US813B0019, US813B0020, US813B0022, US813B0023, US813B0024, US813B0025, US813B0122, US813B0123, US813B0125, US813B0127, US813B0128, US813B0129, US813B0131, US813B0132, US813B0134, US813B0135, US813B0233, US813B0234, US813B0235, US813B0236, US813B0237, US813B0238, US813B0239, US813B0240, US813B0423, US813B0424, US813B0425, US813B0426, US813B0427, US813B0428, US813B0429, US813B0430, US813B0431, US813B0432, US813B0433, US813B0434, US913B0033, US913B0034, US913B0035, US913B0036, US913B0037, US913B0038, US913B0039, US913B0040, US913B0057, US913B0060, US913B0061, US913B0062, US913B0063, US913B0064, US913B0065, US913B0066, US913B0106, US913B0107, US913B0108, US913B0109, US913B0110, US913B0111, US913B0112, US913B0113, US913B0144, US913B0176, US913B0201, US913B0256, US913B0257, US913B0350, US913B0363, US913B0364, US913B0365, US913B0366, US913B0367, US913B0368, US913B0369, US913B0380, US913B0384, US913B0395, US913B0396, US913B0397, US913B0398, US913B0399, US913B0400, US913B0401, US913B0402, US913B0409, US913B0441, US913B0444, US913B0445, US913B0446, US913B0447, US913B0503, US913B0522, US913B0614, US913B0615, US913B0616, US913B0618, US913B0619, and USO13B0043. TRACE ITEM SERIAL NUMBERS INTERNATIONAL: US513B0224, US513B0295, US513B0387, US513B0560, US613B0299, US713B0085, US713B0086, US713B0118, US713B0119, US713B0120, US713B0122, US713B0123, US713B0126, US713B0149, US713B0171, US713B0172, US713B0192, US713B0193, US713B0194, US713B0195, US713B0204, US713B0205, US713B0206, US713B0208, US713B0324, US713B0325, US713B0358, US713B0359, US713B0437, US713B0439, US713B0440, US713B0532, US713B0537, US713B0573, US713B0574, US713B0575, US713B0576, US713B0577, US713B0578, US713B0579, US713B0580, US713B0581, US713B0582, US713B0583, US713B0584, US713B0586, US713B0587, US713B0588, US713B0589, US713B0590, US713B0592, US713B0593, US713B0594, US713B0595, US813B0015, US813B0016, US813B0032, US813B0037, US813B0038, US813B0039, US813B0121, US813B0151, US813B0152, US813B0153, US813B0154, US813B0155, US813B0156, US813B0157, US813B0158, US813B0159, US813B0160, US813B0161, US813B0162, US813B0163, US813B0164, US813B0183, US813B0184, US813B0185, US813B0186, US813B0187, US813B0188, US813B0189, US813B0190, US813B0191, US813B0192, US813B0193, US813B0194, US813B0195, US813B0196, US813B0232, US813B0396, US813B0397, US813B0398, US813B0399, US813B0400, US813B0401, US813B0402, US813B0403, US813B0404, US813B0405, US813B0406, US813B0407, US813B0408, US813B0409, US813B0410, US813B0411, US813B0468, US813B0469, US813B0470, US813B0471, US813B0472, US813B0473, US813B0474, US813B0475, US813B0476, US813B0477, US813B0478, US813B0479, US813B0480, US913B0026, US913B0027, US913B0028, US913B0029, US913B0030, US913B0031, US913B0032, US913B0041, US913B0051, US913B0059, US913B0085, US913B0086, US913B0101, US913B0102, US913B0103, US913B0104, US913B0105, US913B0130, US913B0132, US913B0133, US913B0134, US913B0135, US913B0137, US913B0138, US913B0139, US913B0140, US913B0141, US913B0142, US913B0143, US913B0177, US913B0178, US913B0179, US913B0185, US913B0202, US913B0216, US913B0217, US913B0218, US913B0219, US913B0220, US913B0221, US913B0222, US913B0223, US913B0232, US913B0252, US913B0253, US913B0254, US913B0255, US913B0259, US913B0260, US913B0299, US913B0300, US913B0301, US913B0302, US913B0303, US913B0316, US913B0317, US913B0318, US913B0319, US913B0332, US913B0333, US913B0336, US913B0337, US913B0338, US913B0339, US913B0340, US913B0349, US913B0359, US913B0360, US913B0385, US913B0408, US913B0458, US913B0459, US913B0486, US913B0487, US913B0488, US913B0489, US913B0490, US913B0499, US913B0504, US913B0505, US913B0506, US913B0565, US913B0566, US913B0567, US913B0568, USO13B0040, and USO13B0041.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A software recall means the device's embedded software or firmware has a defect that could affect its performance or safety. Many software recalls are corrected through firmware updates that can be applied without physically replacing the device. For implantable devices, the update may be delivered wirelessly during a routine clinic visit. For external devices, the manufacturer may provide updated software files or replacement units. Contact your healthcare provider to determine whether your specific device and software version are affected and what action is recommended.
Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.
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What Should You Do?
Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.