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FDA Devices recall · Reported December 24, 2014

Additional devices identified in new FSN MA-FCO 83000190: QLAB versions 10.0 with a2DQ and/or aCMQ plug-ins installed with Philips Xcelera software. *********************************************************************************** Devices identified in the Field Safety Notice ( FSN MA-FCO79500316 ) QLAB Quantification Software. QLAB version 10.0, 10.1 and 10.1.1 with a2DQ and/or aCMQ plug-ins are affected. Catalog # 795041 and Part # 989605315491 Designed to view and quantify i

When using the QLAB Auto 2D Quantification (a2DQ) and Auto Cardiac Motion Quantification (aCMQ) applications, the reported End-Systolic Volume (ESV) may be smaller, and the Left V…

Recall #
Z-0815-2015
Affected scope
additional 52 international units; 261 units (73 in the US and 188 outside the US); 417 units (289 in the US and 128 outside US)
Initiated
November 5, 2014
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Philips Ultrasound, Inc. recalled Additional devices identified in new FSN MA-FCO 83000190: QLAB versions 10.0 with a2DQ… - a moderate-severity action.

Additional devices identified in new FSN MA-FCO 83000190: QLAB versions 10.0 with a2DQ… was recalled by Philips Ultrasound, Inc. in December 24, 2014. Reason: When using the QLAB Auto 2D Quantification (a2DQ) and Auto Cardiac Motion Quantification (aCMQ) applications,…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0815-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Philips Ultrasound, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-When using the QLAB Auto 2D Quantification (a2DQ) and Auto Cardiac Motion Quantification (aCMQ) applications,….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
December 24, 2014
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0815-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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Product description

Additional devices identified in new FSN MA-FCO 83000190: QLAB versions 10.0 with a2DQ and/or aCMQ plug-ins installed with Philips Xcelera software. *********************************************************************************** Devices identified in the Field Safety Notice ( FSN MA-FCO79500316 ) QLAB Quantification Software. QLAB version 10.0, 10.1 and 10.1.1 with a2DQ and/or aCMQ plug-ins are affected. Catalog # 795041 and Part # 989605315491 Designed to view and quantify image data acquired on Philips Healthcare ultrasound products.

Reason for recall

When using the QLAB Auto 2D Quantification (a2DQ) and Auto Cardiac Motion Quantification (aCMQ) applications, the reported End-Systolic Volume (ESV) may be smaller, and the Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction (EF) may be higher, than the ESV and EF calculated by manual tracing without the use of QLAB. An incorrect EF calculation could lead to misdiagnosis and/or delayed or incorrect therapy.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0815-2015
Date reported December 24, 2014
Date initiated November 5, 2014
Recalling firm Philips Ultrasound, Inc.
Firm location Bothell, WA
Affected scope additional 52 international units; 261 units (73 in the US and 188 outside the US); 417 units (289 in the US and 128 outside US)
Distribution Worldwide distribution (for FCO 83000190): US, including the states of AK, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA, and WI; and the countries of United Arab Emi…

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Additional devices identified in new FSN MA-FCO 83000190: QLAB versions 10.0 with a2DQ and/or aCMQ plug-ins installed with Philips Xcelera software. *********************************************************************************** Devices identified in the Field Safety Notice ( FSN MA-FCO79500316 ) QLAB Quantification Software. QLAB version 10.0, 10.1 and 10.1.1 with a2DQ and/or aCMQ plug-ins are affected. Catalog # 795041 and Part # 989605315491 Designed to view and quantify image data acquired on Philips Healthcare ultrasound products.. Recalled by Philips Ultrasound, Inc.. Units affected: additional 52 international units; 261 units (73 in the US and 188 outside the US); 417 units (289 in the US and 128 outside US).
Why was this product recalled?
When using the QLAB Auto 2D Quantification (a2DQ) and Auto Cardiac Motion Quantification (aCMQ) applications, the reported End-Systolic Volume (ESV) may be smaller, and the Left Ventricular Ejection Fraction (EF) may be higher, than the ESV and EF calculated by manual tracing without the use of QLAB. An incorrect EF calculation could lead to misdiagnosis and/or delayed or incorrect therapy.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 24, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0815-2015.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide distribution (for FCO 83000190): US, including the states of AK, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, VA, WA, and WI; and the countries of United Arab Emirates, Austria, Australia, Belgium, Canada, Switzerland, Colombia, Germany, Ecuador, Estonia, Spain, Finland, France, Great Britain, Hong Kong, Israel, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Netherlands, Norway, New Zealand, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, Singapore, Slovenia, Thailand, Turkey, Taiwan, and Vietnam. ********************************************************************************** Worldwide Distribution -- US, including the states of KY, TN, ME, CA, PA, NC, CT, NY, SC, IL, IN, and WI; and the countries of Argentina, Spain, India, Italy, Austria, Germany, Belgium, Canada, Finland, Switzerland, Greece, Malaysia, Sweden, Australia, Netherlands, Mexico, Peru, Taiwan, Japan, France, and Norway..
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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