VOLISTA StandOP Surgical Light; Model numbers VLT600 SF AIM STP, VLT600 DF AIM STP, Ref. codes AR...
FDA Device Recall #Z-1349-2018 — Class II — February 7, 2018
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-1349-2018 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | February 7, 2018 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | GETINGE US SALES LLC |
| Location | Wayne, NJ |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 5214 |
Product Description
VOLISTA StandOP Surgical Light; Model numbers VLT600 SF AIM STP, VLT600 DF AIM STP, Ref. codes ARD568811901, ARD568811911 ARD568811951, ARD568811961 The device is designed to illuminate the body of a patient during surgical operations, diagnostics and treatment. These surgical lights may be installed in surgical suites, examining rooms, doctors' surgeries and outpatient consultations.
Reason for Recall
The manufacturer received complaints indicating that the device's central handle holder detaches easily from the handle holder ring on the light head during clinical use. In the event of such detachment, particles from the handle holder ring could fall into the sterile field during a procedure.
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) to states of: AR, AZ, CA, CO, FL, ID, IA, KS, KY, ME, MO, NE, NY, OR, TN, TX, UT, and WA; and countries of: Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Cameroon, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Latvia, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, Namibia, Netherlands, Nigeria, Oman, Pakistan, Panama, Paraguay, Poland, Portugal, South Korea, Romania, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Trinidad-Tobago, Turkey, UAE, UK, Yemen and Zimbabwe.
Lot / Code Information
Model VLT600 SF AIM STP: Ref Code: ARD568811901: Serial Numbers: 21001 21002 22000 Ref Code: ARD568811911: Serial Numbers: 25002 31000 31001 31002 31003 31004 31006 31008 31009 31010 31012 31017 31018 31019 31020 31021 31022 31023 31024 31025 31026 35000 35001 35011 35012 35013 35014 35015 35017 35018 35019 35020 35021 35022 35023 35024 35025 35026 35027 35028 35029 35030 35031 35032 35033 38000 38001 38002 38003 38005 38009 38011 38012 38013 38014 38015 38016 38017 38018 38019 38020 38021 38022 38023 38024 38025 38026 38027 500000 500001 500002 500003 500004 500005 Model VLT600 DF AIM STP: Ref Code: ARD568811951 (Not in distribution in the U.S.) Serial Numbers: 20502 20503 Ref Code: ARD568811961 Serial Numbers: 25005 25006 25007 28003 28004 31000 31001 31002 31003 31004 31005 31006 31008 31009 31011 31012 31013 31014 31015 31016 31017 31019 31020 31030 31031 31039 31040 31041 31042 31043 31044 31045 31046 31047 31048 31049 31050 31051 31052 31053 31054 31055 31056 38025 38026 38027 38028 500001 500002
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sterility recalls for medical devices vary in severity. If you have already had a procedure using a potentially non-sterile device, contact your healthcare provider immediately — you may need monitoring for signs of infection. Symptoms to watch for include fever, redness or swelling at the surgical site, unusual pain, or discharge. For devices that have not yet been used, they should be quarantined and returned to the manufacturer per the recall notice. Non-sterile implants can cause serious infections; early detection and treatment are critical.
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.
Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.
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.