Model CAT-850B Catheterization Table, a component of the Toshiba INFX-8000 series X-Ray Interventional System. These systems are single or dual plane systems that employ x-rays to obtain fluoroscopy or radiography images of the body. The system is comprised of a computer system, support arms (that contain the tube and solid state detector), x-ray generator and a patient table. This device is a digital x-ray system configured for use as a diagnostic x-ray angiography system. This x-ray angiography system is used for diagnostic and interventional procedures for cardiac blood vessels, cerebral blood vessels, abdominal blood vessels and lower extremities.

The recall was initiated because Toshiba has confirmed that during patient transfer from a gurney to the catherization table, the tabletop may rotate unexpectedly when sufficient force is applied to the tabletop. The result of the tabletop rotating unexpectedly is the patient being tranferred may fall from the tabletop.

Toshiba America Medical Systems sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION" letter dated October 3, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter describes the product, problem, and the actions to be taken by the customers. Customers were instructed to follow the user instructions by positioning the tabletop at the foot-end position, and ensuring sufficient assistance is available, when transferring a patient from the gurney to the CAT-850B catheterization table. Customers were also instructed to follow the instructions for transferring a patient to the CAT-850B that are included in the operation manual. A Customer Reply Form was included with the letter for customers to complete and return via fax to (877) 349-3054. The customer reply form can also be sent via e-mail to [email protected]. Questions regarding the recall letter can contact the Director of Regulatory Affairs at (800) 421-1968 or contact their local Toshiba Representative at (800) 521-1968.