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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

IMRIS MR/X-ray head fixation device, Model HFD200

Reported: October 30, 2019 Initiated: June 26, 2019 #Z-0163-2020

Product Description

IMRIS MR/X-ray head fixation device, Model HFD200

Reason for Recall

Breaking of the HFD200 Drive Knob force indicator due to over-torqueing of the drive knob beyond the maximum allowable pinning force specification may result in the clinical staff unknowingly pinning the patient's skull with insufficient force; the clinical staff unknowingly pinning the patient's skull with excessive force; or the clinical staff identifying the issue and not being able to continue with the procedure.

Details

Recalling Firm
Deerfield Imaging, Inc.
Units Affected
3 units
Distribution
TN, NH, FL
Location
Minnetonka, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
IMRIS MR/X-ray head fixation device, Model HFD200. Recalled by Deerfield Imaging, Inc.. Units affected: 3 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Breaking of the HFD200 Drive Knob force indicator due to over-torqueing of the drive knob beyond the maximum allowable pinning force specification may result in the clinical staff unknowingly pinning the patient's skull with insufficient force; the clinical staff unknowingly pinning the patient's skull with excessive force; or the clinical staff identifying the issue and not being able to continue with the procedure.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 30, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0163-2020.