LVivo EF app on Vscan Extend. Sold under the following product names: a. Vscan Extend Dual ...
FDA Device Recall #Z-1839-2019 — Class II — May 21, 2019
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-1839-2019 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | May 21, 2019 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | GE Healthcare, LLC |
| Location | Waukesha, WI |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 119 units |
Product Description
LVivo EF app on Vscan Extend. Sold under the following product names: a. Vscan Extend Dual DICOM, Model Numbers H41212ZA, H41212RN; b .Vscan Extend Dual USB, Model Number H41212RK; c. Vscan Extend Dual Wi-Fi, Model Numbers H41212YZ, H41212RL; d. Vscan Extend Sector DICOM, Model Number H41212ZD; e. Vscan Extend Sector USB, Model Number H41212RR; f. Vscan Extend Sector Wi-Fi, Model Number H41212ZC Product Usage: Vscan Extend is a general- purpose diagnostic ultrasound imaging system for use by qualified and trained healthcare professionals enabling visualization and measurement of anatomical structures and fluid. It s pocket-sized portability and simplified user interface enables integration into examination and training sessions indoors and in other environments described in the user manual. The information can be used for basic/focused assessments and adjunctively with other medical data for clinical diagnosis purposes during routine, periodic monitoring, and triage.
Reason for Recall
Overestimation bias in automatically calculated ejection fraction (EF) values while using LVivo EF app on the Vscan Extend product.
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide distribution - US nationwide distributed in the states of CA, FL, IL, MA , MD, MI, MN, NY, SC, TX, UT. Countries of Australia, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea (Republic Of), Netherlands, Romania, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom.
Lot / Code Information
a. Model Number H41212ZA, Serial Number (UDI): VH162494DA (01008406821216511118060021VH162494DA), VH162530R2 (01008406821216511118060021VH162530R2), VH160454PQ (01008406821216511118040021VH160454PQ), VH161212Z9 (01008406821216511118040021VH161212Z9), VH162305WM (Not Available), VH162300UE (Not Available), VH163166GF (Not Available), VH163170QD (Not Available), VH162011PE (01008406821216511118040021VH162011PE), VH163454AQ (01008406821216511118110021VH163454AQ), VH161912X9 (01008406821216511118040021VH161912X9), VH163489ED (01008406821216511118110021VH163489ED), VH160832WB (01008406821216511118040021VH160832WB), VH162896FQ (01008406821216511118100021VH162896FQ), VH163307IQ (Not Available), VH160748G4 (01008406821216511118040021VH160748G4), VH163100A6 (Not Available), VH162900GC (Not Available), VH163879G6 (Not Available), VH163278ZM (Not Available), VH162142TV (Not Available), VH163485KC (Not Available), VH163031AZ (Not Available), VH163175AT (Not Available), VH162126EN (Not Available), VH163659A8 (Not Available), VH1633048M (Not Available), VH163350EC (Not Available), VH163326UE (Not Available), VH163770L1 (Not Available), VH163784LD (Not Available), VH163036JA (Not Available), VH161216M7 (Not Available), VH1620432N (01008406821216511118040021VH1620432N), H41212RN, Serial Number (UDI): VH160254IY (Not Available), VH1607044U (Not Available), VH160176N2 (Not Available), VH1600406Z (Not Available), VH160053C5 (01008406821216511117020121VH160053C5), VH160485GP (Not Available), VH160181WQ (Not Available), VH161330TM (Not Available), VH160164PH (Not Available), VH16055084 (Not Available); b .Model Number H41212RK, Serial Number (UDI): VH160462WV (Not Available), VH16092049 (Not Available); c. Model Numbers H41212YZ, Serial Number (UDI): VH163439U9 (Not Available), VH163527ZC (Not Available), VH163066UJ (Not Available), VH163340NW (Not Available), VH163458CU (Not Available), VH163502LY (Not Available), VH163511T8 (Not Available), VH1636016Y (Not Available), VH163755YI (Not Available), VH163691TX (Not Available), VH1637399H (Not Available), VH163746S1 (Not Available), VH163764NN (Not Available), VH163763GE (Not Available), VH163759LP (Not Available), VH163765G2 (Not Available), VH163116N7 (Not Available), VH163044T8 (Not Available), VH162988WW (Not Available), VH163374LA (Not Available), VH163398MZ (Not Available), VH163428UW (Not Available), VH163415KB (Not Available), VH163446Z5 (Not Available), VH1634671E (Not Available), VH1636924B (Not Available), VH163744SF (Not Available), VH1637439Z (Not Available), VH1637388B (Not Available), VH163747I4 (Not Available), VH163741W3 (Not Available), VH163761IM (Not Available), VH16374052 (Not Available), VH163762TT (Not Available), VH163756TX (Not Available), VH1637451Y (Not Available), VH163766TJ (Not Available), VH163461K7 (Not Available), VH1634367P (Not Available), VH163383YB (Not Available), VH163493AE (Not Available), VH163477CV (Not Available), VH163445UT (Not Available), VH163676PS (Not Available), VH163671M1 (Not Available), VH1636685E (Not Available), VH163672YP (Not Available), VH1617429V (Not Available), VH163373TQ (Not Available), VH1634495A (Not Available), VH162698PH (Not Available), VH163113IV (Not Available), VH1633366P (Not Available), VH163002F8 (Not Available), VH163093EU (Not Available), VH16313978 (Not Available), VH163450F7 (Not Available), VH163751QX (Not Available), VH1632313N (Not Available), VH163748WX (Not Available), VH163754PU (Not Available), VH163742K9 (Not Available), VH1631245M (Not Available), VH162779KK (Not Available), H41212RL, Serial Number (UDI): VH1600189D (Not Available), VH1606843M (Not Available), VH1604606U (Not Available); d. Model Number H41212ZD, Serial Number (UDI): VH1505638R (Not Available), VH150582C6 (Not Available), VH150663J5 (Not Available), VH150553A2 (Not Available); e. Model Number H41212RR, Serial Number (UDI): VH150282CY (Not Available); f. Model Number H41212ZC, Serial Number (UDI): VH150657SF (Not Available)
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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.
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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.