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Ultrawave II EX 1320/ Ultrawave III EX 1320 Powered Laser Surgical Instrument. Nd:YAG 1064 nm: C...

FDA Device Recall #Z-0693-2013 — Class II — November 7, 2012

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-0693-2013
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated November 7, 2012
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Quanta System, S.p.A.
Location Solbiate Olona (VA), N/A
Product Type Devices
Quantity 22 units

Product Description

Ultrawave II EX 1320/ Ultrawave III EX 1320 Powered Laser Surgical Instrument. Nd:YAG 1064 nm: Coagulation and hemostasis of benign vascular lesions (e.g. port wine stains, hemangiomas, warts, telangiectasia, rosacea, venus lake, leg and spider veins, scars, straie and psoriasis; Treatment of benign pigmented lesions to reduce lesion size, for patients with lesions that would potentially benefit from aggressive treatment, and for patients with lesions that have not responded to other laser treatments; Treatment of facial wrinkles (e.g. periocular and periorbital); Removal of unwanted hair, for the stable longterm, or permanent, hair reduction, including Fitzpatrick IVI and suntanned skin types; For the treatment of pseudofolliculitis barbae (PFB); Reduction of red pigmentation in hypertrophic and keloid scars where vascularity is an integral part of the scar; For use on all skin types (Fitzpatrick IVI) including tanned skin. Alexandrite 755 nm: Coagulation and hemostasis of vascular lesions and the removal and permanent reduction of unwanted hair in Fitzpatrick skin types 1VI, including suntanned skin types; Pigmented lesions; Wrinkles. Nd: YAG 1320 nm: General surgery and dermatology for the incision, excision, ablation, vaporization, coagulation and hemostasis of soft tissue; Treatment of periorbital and periocular wrinkles, fine lines and wrinkles, treatment of back acne and atrophic acne scars. IPL: Permanent hair reduction; Photocoagulation of dermatological vascular lesion (i.e. face telangiectasia); Photothermolysis of blood vessels (treatment of facial and leg veins); Treatment of benign pigmented lesions.

Reason for Recall

Quanta System S.p.A, Italy, is notifying U.S. consignees that their website contained promotional materials for products distributed in the U.S. which did not specify that some of the claims made therein were not meant to apply to the U.S. distributed devices.

Distribution Pattern

Class II Recall - Worldwide Distribution - USA including TX, AZ, OR, and CO. Only US product is affected by this recall.

Lot / Code Information

All codes and devices are applicable.

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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.

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