EP-4 Computerized Stimulator -- 2 channel and 4 channel. The product consists of a touchscreen portable PC controlling a two channel dedicated EP stimulator. The stimulator is capable of single channel, simultaneous and sequential stimulation at programmed output settings using built-in protocols, and includes an emergency stimulation function.
FDA Recall Z-0914-06 · Posted 2006-05-31
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Recalling FirmEP Medsystems
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeJOQ
Date Initiated2006-04-04
Date Terminated2007-04-24
Product Quantity187 units
Reason for Recall
Under certain circumstances the device may exhibit the following behaviors: 1)-Initiation of a rapid stimulation train without command, when the device is in use in conjuction with an electrosurgical unit or RF ablation unit-2)-Presence of a DC offset voltage on an output channel-3)-Inability to synchronize with a non-EP MedSystems recording system
Firm Action
The firm initiated the recall on April 4, 2006 through a notification letter sent to the electrophysiology lab managers at the healthcare institutions and two domestic distributors to which the device has been distributed. The firm used a traceable courier service to deliver notification of the recall.
Root Cause
Other
Distribution Pattern
Product was shipped to hospitals/users throughout the US. The firm has a Veterans Affair contract number V797P-4650A. Also the firm has shipped the devices to Germany, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Italy, Japan, France, Saudi Arabia, Hong Kong, Syria, Malaysia, Sweden, Armenia, Australia, Canada, Iceland, S. Africa, and Taiwan.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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