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Catalys Precision Laser System-Catalys - U - US product; Catalys-1 - International product; softw...

FDA Device Recall #Z-1683-2015 — Class II — February 20, 2015

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-1683-2015
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated February 20, 2015
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Optimedica Corporation
Location Sunnyvale, CA
Product Type Devices
Quantity 171 distributed Worldwide

Product Description

Catalys Precision Laser System-Catalys - U - US product; Catalys-1 - International product; software version 3.00.05 The OptiMedica Catalys Precision Laser System is indicated for use in patients undergoing cataract surgery for removal of the crystalline lens.

Reason for Recall

Software anomaly on OptiMedica CATALYS System version 3.00.05 that may result in incorrect parameters provided for cataract incision surgeon templates and both eyes have the same parameters.

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide, Germany, Switzerland, Australia, Spain, Japan, Great Britain, France, Netherlands, Austria, Singapore, South Korea, India, Brazil, Italy, Belgium, Egypt, Colombia, Hong Kong, and Canada.

Lot / Code Information

Software version 3.00.05: Serial numbers - US: 44066413 44063113 44065413 44066213 44102714 44060012 44064813 44061012 44061812 44101614 44068314 44056612 44063713 44102614 44068914 44073514 44074814 44061612 44073714 44056312 44061412 44066613 44069414 44069814 44070914 44072714 44073014 44073114 44074514 44074614 44100714 44068014 44060612 44062813 44066914 44056012 44062213 44064513 44101014 44100814 44060312 44060412 44063513 44056712 44063313 44063913 44073314 44065613 44058312 44065013 44072114 44072414 44071914 44062613 44065213 44059912 44057312 44059712 44058212 44072814 44060712 44060112 44057812 44058012 44059612 44069114 Serial numbers - OUS: 44055211 44055411 44055711 44056112 44056212 44056412 44056512 44056912 44057112 44057212 44057412 44057512 44057712 44057912 44058512 44058612 44058912 44059012 44059112 44059412 44059512 44061212 44061312 44061512 44061712 44061913 44062113 44062313 44063213 44064013 44064213 44065513 44066313 44066813 44067214 44067414 44067514 44067714 44068114 44068414 44068614 44069214 44069514 44069914 44070014 44070114 44070614 44070714 44071014 44071214 44071314 44071414 44071514 44071714 44071814 44072214 44072314 44072614 44073414 44074014 44074214 44074414 44074714 44074914 44100114 44100614 44101714 44101814 44101914 44102014.

Other Recalls from Optimedica Corporation

Recall # Classification Product Date
Z-0649-2014 Class II Catalys Precision Laser System (United States) ... Dec 20, 2013

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.

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.

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