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GE Vivid E95 ultrasound system Product The device is intended for use by a qualified physician...

FDA Device Recall #Z-2988-2018 — Class II — March 22, 2018

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-2988-2018
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated March 22, 2018
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm GE Medical Systems Ultrasound & Primary Care Diagnostics, LL
Location Milwaukee, WI
Product Type Devices
Quantity 12,426 (4,717 US; 7,709 OUS ALL PRODUCTS)

Product Description

GE Vivid E95 ultrasound system Product The device is intended for use by a qualified physician for ultrasound evaluation of Fetal; Abdominal (including renal and GYN); Pediatric; Small Organ (breast, testes, thyroid); Neonatal Cephalic; Adult Cephalic; Cardiac (adult and pediatric); Peripheral Vascular (PV); Musculo-skeletal Conventional; Urology (including prostate), Transesophageal; Transrectal (TR); Transvaginal (TV); and Intraoperative (abdominal, thoracic, & vascular).

Reason for Recall

The system side of the power cord may break and expose the electrical conductors leading to the risk of shock.

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide and Puerto Rico FOREIGN: Algeria, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belarus, Belgium, Bolivia, Plurinational State of Brazil, Brazil, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Congo, The Democratic Republic of the Costa Rica, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, Estonia, Ethiopia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guam, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea, Kuwait, Latvia, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Macedonia, The Former Yugoslav Republic of, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Netherlands, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, State of, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Russian Federation, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uruguay, and Viet Nam

Lot / Code Information

Each consignee have one serial numbers assigned

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact your physician immediately if you use an electrical device or implant affected by this recall. For external devices (monitors, pumps), stop using the device and contact the manufacturer for a replacement. For implanted devices (pacemakers, ICDs), your cardiologist will assess whether you need device replacement surgery — the decision depends on how dependent you are on the device and the actual failure rate observed in the field. Do not attempt to repair or modify a recalled electrical medical device yourself. Monitor for any new or unusual symptoms and report them to your doctor.

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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