GE Healthcare Varicam/VG and VG Hawkeye devices Product Usage: The intended use of the Quasar...
FDA Device Recall #Z-1788-2013 — Class I — June 13, 2013
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-1788-2013 |
| Classification | Class I — Serious risk |
| Date Initiated | June 13, 2013 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | GE Healthcare, LLC |
| Location | Waukesha, WI |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 571 |
Product Description
GE Healthcare Varicam/VG and VG Hawkeye devices Product Usage: The intended use of the Quasar system is to perform general Nuclear Medicine imaging procedures for detection of radioisotope tracer uptake in the patient body, using a variety of scanning modes supported by various acquisition typed and optional imaging features designed to enhance image quality in Oncology, Cardiology, Neurology and other clinical diagnostic imaging applications. The scanning modes include planar (Static, Multi-gated, Dynamic, Whole body scanning) and tomographic (SPECT, Gated SPECT, Whole body SPECT, Camera based PET). Acquisition types include single and multi-isotope/multi-peak frame/list mode single-photon and positron imaging. Optional imaging-enhancement features include assortment of collimators, gating by physiological signals, real-time automatic body contouring, and CT-based attenuation correction and functional anatomic mapping.
Reason for Recall
GE became aware of an incident at a VA Medical Center facility in the US in which a patient died due to injuries sustained while being scanned on an Infinia Hawkeye 4 Nuclear Medicine System.
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide including Guam, Puerto Rico and the countries of : Afghanistan, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Korea (Republic of), Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Malaysia, Malta, Martinique, Mexico, Morocco, Namibia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Venezuela, Vietnam.
Lot / Code Information
System ID: 2998, 6970, 12865, 21414, 38070, 53263, 55461, 56948, 58230, 58378, 58379, 58483, 58510, 58582, 58622, 58630, 58711, 58785, 58797, 58808, 58810, 58871, 58883, 58919, 58958, 58993, 59012, 61061, 63422, 66515, 75074, 79722, 79966, 84636, 92635, 99691, 0850260033, 0850260034, 0850260035, 0850260038, 0850260040, 0850260041, 0850260042, 0850260046, 0850260048, 0850260054, 0850260057, 0850260062, 0853940029, 0853940068, 0853940069, 0853940077, 0853940078, 0853940080, 0853940082, 0856260014, 0856260019, 0910265011, 0910453006, 082426010009, 082426010010, 082426010011, 082426020002, 082426030009, 082426030010, 082426030015, 082426030016, 082426030018, 082426040016, 082426040020, 082426040021, 082426040024, 082426040025, 082426040026, 082426040029, 082426050001, 082426050002, 082426050003, 082426070014, 082426070015, 082426070016, 082426080006, 082426080007, 082426080009, 082426090013, 082426100017, 082426100019, 082426100020, 082426100023, 082426110002, 082426120003, 082426120004, 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Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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.