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FDA Devices recall · Reported March 19, 2014

GE Healthcare, Innova 2100IQ, Innova 3100, Innova 3100IQ, Innova 4100, Innova 4100IQ Innova 2121IQ, Innova 3131IQ; Cardiovascular X-ray imaging systems (X-ray generator installed with Rotor V3 version and Heater V4 version boards). The Digital Fluoroscopic Imaging System is indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for diagnostic and intervention angiography procedures. It is intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through the image intensifier technology.

GE Healthcare has become aware of a potential safety issue involving the innova systems. The Innova system can unexpectedly stop delivering X-rays after a power-on or a reset cycl…

Recall #
Z-1163-2014
Affected scope
257(159 US, 98 OUS)
Initiated
December 11, 2013
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Ge Healthcare, LLC recalled GE Healthcare, Innova 2100IQ, Innova 3100, Innova 3100IQ, Innova 4100, Innova 4100IQ Inno… - a moderate-severity action.

GE Healthcare, Innova 2100IQ, Innova 3100, Innova 3100IQ, Innova 4100, Innova 4100IQ Inno… was recalled by Ge Healthcare, LLC in March 19, 2014. Reason: GE Healthcare has become aware of a potential safety issue involving the innova systems. The Innova system ca…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1163-2014 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Ge Healthcare, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-GE Healthcare has become aware of a potential safety issue involving the innova systems. The Innova system ca….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
March 19, 2014
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1163-2014 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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Where this recall sits in its category - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

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Product description

GE Healthcare, Innova 2100IQ, Innova 3100, Innova 3100IQ, Innova 4100, Innova 4100IQ Innova 2121IQ, Innova 3131IQ; Cardiovascular X-ray imaging systems (X-ray generator installed with Rotor V3 version and Heater V4 version boards). The Digital Fluoroscopic Imaging System is indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for diagnostic and intervention angiography procedures. It is intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through the image intensifier technology. This device is not intended for mammography applications. The Innova 3100 system is indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for vascular angiography, and optionally, rotational and angiography procedures. It is intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through image intensifier technology. The Digital Fluoroscopic Imaging System is indicated for use in diagnostic and interventional angiographic procedures of human anatomy. It is intended to replace image intensifier fluoroscopic systems in all diagnostic or interventional procedures. This device is not intended for mammography applications. A new tilt table will support performing procedures like CO2 studies, Venography. The Digital Fluoroscopic Imaging System with Bolus Chasing option is indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for diagnostic and intervention; the option Bolus enables to perform subtraction angiography of lower limbs. This device is not intended for mammography applications. The Innova 2100-IQ system is indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for vascular angiography diagnostic and interventional procedures, and optionally, rotational angiography procedures. It is also indicated for generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for cardiology diagnostic and interventional procedures. It is intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through image intensifier technology. This device is not intended for mammography applications. For Innova 4100, Innova 4100IQ, Innova 3100, Innova 3100 IQ, Innova 2100IQ with Innova 3T Option: The Innova systems are indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for vascular angiography, diagnostic and interventional procedures, and optionally, rotational imaging procedures. They are also indicated for generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for cardiology, diagnostic, and interventional procedures. They are intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through image intensifier technology. Those devices are not intended for mammography applications. Innova CT is a software option, which reconstructs 3D volumes from Rotational Fluoroscopy acquisition to provide images that assist the physician in diagnosis, surgical planning, interventional procedures and treatment follow-up. Innova CT is intended for imaging bone and soft tissues as well as other internal body structures. Innova CT is not intended for mammography applications. For Innova 4100, Innova 4100IQ, Innova 3100, Innova 3100 IQ, Innova 2100IQ with Innova 3D or InnovaSpin option: The Innova systems are indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for vascular angiography, diagnostic and interventional procedures, and optionally, rotational imaging procedures. They are also indicated for generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for cardiology, diagnostic, and interventional procedures. They are intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through image intensifier technology. Those devices are not intended for mammography applications. Innova 3D is a software option which reconstructs 3D volumes from Rotational Fluoroscopy acquisition to assist the physician in diagnosis, surgical planning, interventional procedures and treatment follow-up. It is not intended for mammography applications. InnovaSpin is a software option that permits fast spin rotational angiography. It is not intended for mammography applications. :

Reason for recall

GE Healthcare has become aware of a potential safety issue involving the innova systems. The Innova system can unexpectedly stop delivering X-rays after a power-on or a reset cycle which may result in the loss of real-time interventional imaging. No injuries have been reported due to this issue.

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-1163-2014
Date reported March 19, 2014
Date initiated December 11, 2013
Recalling firm Ge Healthcare, LLC
Firm location Waukesha, WI
Affected scope 257(159 US, 98 OUS)
Distribution Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) including the states of AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MS, MO, NV, NJ, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA,WA,WY and WI., and the countr…

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?
GE Healthcare, Innova 2100IQ, Innova 3100, Innova 3100IQ, Innova 4100, Innova 4100IQ Innova 2121IQ, Innova 3131IQ; Cardiovascular X-ray imaging systems (X-ray generator installed with Rotor V3 version and Heater V4 version boards). The Digital Fluoroscopic Imaging System is indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for diagnostic and intervention angiography procedures. It is intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through the image intensifier technology. This device is not intended for mammography applications. The Innova 3100 system is indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for vascular angiography, and optionally, rotational and angiography procedures. It is intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through image intensifier technology. The Digital Fluoroscopic Imaging System is indicated for use in diagnostic and interventional angiographic procedures of human anatomy. It is intended to replace image intensifier fluoroscopic systems in all diagnostic or interventional procedures. This device is not intended for mammography applications. A new tilt table will support performing procedures like CO2 studies, Venography. The Digital Fluoroscopic Imaging System with Bolus Chasing option is indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for diagnostic and intervention; the option Bolus enables to perform subtraction angiography of lower limbs. This device is not intended for mammography applications. The Innova 2100-IQ system is indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for vascular angiography diagnostic and interventional procedures, and optionally, rotational angiography procedures. It is also indicated for generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for cardiology diagnostic and interventional procedures. It is intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through image intensifier technology. This device is not intended for mammography applications. For Innova 4100, Innova 4100IQ, Innova 3100, Innova 3100 IQ, Innova 2100IQ with Innova 3T Option: The Innova systems are indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for vascular angiography, diagnostic and interventional procedures, and optionally, rotational imaging procedures. They are also indicated for generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for cardiology, diagnostic, and interventional procedures. They are intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through image intensifier technology. Those devices are not intended for mammography applications. Innova CT is a software option, which reconstructs 3D volumes from Rotational Fluoroscopy acquisition to provide images that assist the physician in diagnosis, surgical planning, interventional procedures and treatment follow-up. Innova CT is intended for imaging bone and soft tissues as well as other internal body structures. Innova CT is not intended for mammography applications. For Innova 4100, Innova 4100IQ, Innova 3100, Innova 3100 IQ, Innova 2100IQ with Innova 3D or InnovaSpin option: The Innova systems are indicated for use in generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for vascular angiography, diagnostic and interventional procedures, and optionally, rotational imaging procedures. They are also indicated for generating fluoroscopic images of human anatomy for cardiology, diagnostic, and interventional procedures. They are intended to replace fluoroscopic images obtained through image intensifier technology. Those devices are not intended for mammography applications. Innova 3D is a software option which reconstructs 3D volumes from Rotational Fluoroscopy acquisition to assist the physician in diagnosis, surgical planning, interventional procedures and treatment follow-up. It is not intended for mammography applications. InnovaSpin is a software option that permits fast spin rotational angiography. It is not intended for mammography applications. :. Recalled by Ge Healthcare, LLC. Units affected: 257(159 US, 98 OUS).
Why was this product recalled?
GE Healthcare has become aware of a potential safety issue involving the innova systems. The Innova system can unexpectedly stop delivering X-rays after a power-on or a reset cycle which may result in the loss of real-time interventional imaging. No injuries have been reported due to this issue.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 19, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1163-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) including the states of AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MS, MO, NV, NJ, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA,WA,WY and WI., and the countries of ARGENTINA, AUSTRALIA, CANADA, CHINA, CZECH REPUBLIC, DENMARK, EGYPT, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, HUNGARY, INDIA, IRELAND, ITALY, JAPAN, JORDAN, REPUBLIC OF KOREA, MALAYSIA, MEXICO, NEW ZEALAND, NORWAY, PHILIPPINES, POLAND, RUSSIA, SAUDI ARABIA, SPAIN, SRI LANKA, TURKEY and UNITED KINGDOM..
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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