FDAClass IIApril 5, 2017

Merge Eye Care Systems recall: Software Issue

Merge Eye Care Systems, consisting of Merge Eye Station, Merge Eye Care PACS, and Merge Eye Station Import Utility (ESIU).

Why was Merge Eye Care Systems recalled?

The system will completely stop allowing the downloading or acquisition of new images due to incompatible software application versions.

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

All versions of Eye Care PACS, Eye Station, and ESIU.

Product
Merge Eye Care Systems, consisting of Merge Eye Station, Merge Eye Care PACS, and Merge Eye Station Import Utility (ESIU).
Recalling firm
Merge Healthcare, Inc.
Quantity
1,627 sites potentially have the affected software
Distribution
Distribution was made to medical facilities nationwide. Government distribution was made. Foreign distribution was made to Canada, as well as other countries. There was no military distribution.
Recall date
April 5, 2017
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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