Uterine Electromyographic Monitor -Monica IF24 Interface System Product Usage: The Monica IF24 CTG Interface Device is an accessory to the Monica AN24 which provides a means of interfacing the wireless output of the Monica AN24 to the transducer inputs of a CTG Fetal monitor. The Monica IF24 CTG Interface Device enables signals collected by the Monica AN24 to be printed and displayed on a CTG Fetal Monitor and sent on to a central network, if connected. The device is intended for use by healthcare professionals in a clinical setting.
FDA Recall Z-1293-2018 · Posted 2018-03-14
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Recalling FirmGE Healthcare, LLC
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeOSP
Date Initiated2017-12-15
Date Terminated2020-04-21
Product Quantity355
Reason for Recall
if the cables of the Monica IF24 System are removed by a user, and then incorrectly re-connected the Fetal Heart Rate (FHR) and Maternal Heart Rate (MHR) signals would be displayed incorrectly (swapped).
Firm Action
GE Healthcare sent an Urgent Medical Device correction Letter dated December 15, 2017 to their customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and action to be taken.
Customers are instructed to:
1. Follow the attached safety instructions to replace the screws, see attached page 2.
2. Follow the attached safety instructions to perform the Monica Novii function TEST to confirm correct cable connection, see attached page 3.
3. If the Monica Novii System fails the Novii function TEST, contact a GE Healthcare Representative to schedule repair/replacement.
4. If the Monica Novii System passes the Novii function TEST, you may continue to use Monica Novii System without any further action.
5. Complete the attached fax back form (page 4&5) for all Monica Novii System as soon as you have completed the screw replacement.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this notification, please contact GE Healthcare Service at 1-800-437-1171 or your local Service Representative
Root Cause
Device Design
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide - US Nationwide Distribution.
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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