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Dispersive Electrodes packaged in an 8x10 plastic container.

FDA device recall Z-1076-04 · posted 2004-07-20 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Rita Medical Systems
Reason for recall
Inaccurate temperature readings may be displayed by the device, actual temperature could be 2.5-3 degrees C higher than displayed.
Action taken
Each hospital that has been shipped the devices will receive a recall letter during the week of june 21, 2004 with materials for return shipping. Field representatives will receive notice of the recall, and will return any unused devices and document consumed devices.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
JOS
Quantity affected
468 sets (each set consists of two pads)
Distribution
Product was shipped to 18 field representatives and 87 customers (hospitals and medical centers
Date initiated
2004-06-16
Date posted
2004-07-20
Date terminated
2004-10-25
Location
Mountain View, CA

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