OEC 8800 Flexview, 892.1650 Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system Product Usage: The 8800 Flexview is designed to provide fluoroscopic and spot-film imaging of the patient during diagnostic, surgical, and interventional procedures. Clinical applications may include cholangiography, urologic, endoscopic, urologic, orthopedic, neurologic, vascular, cardiac, critical care and emergency room procedures. The system may be used for other imaging applications at the physicians discretion.
FDA Recall Z-2065-2012 · Posted 2012-07-24
Recalling FirmGE OEC Medical Systems, Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeOXO
Date Initiated2006-11-20
Date Terminated2013-05-13
Product Quantity1257 units (472 domestic systems)
Reason for Recall
Please be aware that this is not a new recall. The firm has taken action; but, due to administrative issues this recall is now being classified by the Agency. The OEC 8800 Flexview was recalled in November 2006 due to several intermittent potential safety issues including navigation tracking inaccuracy, system lok-up, incorrect image display, incorrect dose area calculated air kerma in "film mod
Firm Action
Please be aware that this is not a new recall. The firm has taken action; but, due to administrative issues this recall is now being classified by the Agency. GE Healthcare sent two Urgent Recall Notice letters to the Facility Administrator and the Radiology Administrator. The letters identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. The letters advised consignees that GE Healthcare is actively working on solutions that will permanently resolve each of the issues. For questions or concerns contact GE Healthcare service team at 800-874-7378 option 8.
Root Cause
Device Design
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide
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.