FDAClass IIJuly 18, 2012

CIVCO VirtuTRAX Instrument Navigator recall

CIVCO VirtuTRAX Instrument Navigator, Reusable non-sterile general purpose driveBAY, trakSTAR, electromagnetic sensor (8mm) with VirtuTRAX instrument…

Why was CIVCO VirtuTRAX Instrument Navigator recalled?

The general purpose electromagnetic sensor was incorrectly calibrated causing potential variability in the projected position of the needle path with the ultrasound device.

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?

Lot numbers M560850, M682770, M725050, M725060, M751430, M753340, M753350, M753360, M753370, M770940, M779830, M779840, M790710, M790720, M790730, M790740, M798560, M813890, and M840810.

Product
CIVCO VirtuTRAX Instrument Navigator, Reusable non-sterile general purpose driveBAY, trakSTAR, electromagnetic sensor (8mm) with VirtuTRAX instrument…
Recalling firm
Civco Medical Instruments Inc
Quantity
221 kits
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA including WI, CA, MA, IN, WA, and NJ. Foreign distribution was made to Germany, Canada, Denmark, Hong Kong, Ukraine, Japan, Italy, Korea, and France.
Recall date
July 18, 2012
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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