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Convex Array Transducer used with B-K Ultrasound Scanners Model number: 8667

FDA device recall Z-0856-06 · posted 2006-05-09 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
B & K Medical Systems, Inc.
Reason for recall
Due to a problem with calibration, the device can produce up to 50% elevated acoustic output and up to 2 degrees higher surface temperature
Action taken
BK Medical notified customers by letter on 4/10/06 via FedEx advising user of the problem and scheduling the software correction by a Service representative visit .
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
IYN
Quantity affected
28 units
Distribution
CA,CT, FL, MD, ME, MN, MS, NY, OH, RI, SD, TX, VA
Date initiated
2006-03-16
Date posted
2006-05-09
Date terminated
2006-10-12
Location
Wilmington, MA

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