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FDA Devices recall · Reported June 11, 2014

CARINAsim MAN-1236 Rev 2 and CARINAiso MAN-1237 Rev 2 laser software. LAP isocenter marking control software. Laser systems for patient alignment.

Potential for patient to be marked incorrectly. Customers currently using CARINAsim or CARINAiso systems can encounter two safety relevant errors in the operating instructions (CA…

Recall #
Z-1709-2014
Affected scope
280 Manuals
Initiated
October 7, 2013
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Lap of America Laser Applications, LLC recalled CARINAsim MAN-1236 Rev 2 and CARINAiso MAN-1237 Rev 2 laser software. LAP isocenter marki… - a moderate-severity action.

CARINAsim MAN-1236 Rev 2 and CARINAiso MAN-1237 Rev 2 laser software. LAP isocenter marki… was recalled by Lap of America Laser Applications, LLC in June 11, 2014. Reason: Potential for patient to be marked incorrectly. Customers currently using CARINAsim or CARINAiso systems can …. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1709-2014 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Lap of America Laser Applications, LLC issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Potential for patient to be marked incorrectly. Customers currently using CARINAsim or CARINAiso systems can ….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
June 11, 2014
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1709-2014 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.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

Medical Devices recalls over time

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

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

CARINAsim MAN-1236 Rev 2 and CARINAiso MAN-1237 Rev 2 laser software. LAP isocenter marking control software. Laser systems for patient alignment.

Reason for recall

Potential for patient to be marked incorrectly. Customers currently using CARINAsim or CARINAiso systems can encounter two safety relevant errors in the operating instructions (CARINAsim MAN-1236 Rev 2 / CARINAiso MAN-1237 Rev 2)

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-1709-2014
Date reported June 11, 2014
Date initiated October 7, 2013
Recalling firm Lap of America Laser Applications, LLC
Firm location Boynton Beach, FL
Affected scope 280 Manuals
Distribution Worldwide Distribution -- USA, including the states of AK, AZ, CA, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WY and the territory of Puerto Rico; and, the co…

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

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

This page summarizes the official FDA Devices record for research and awareness; it is not legal, medical, or safety advice. Verify with the issuing agency before acting.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
CARINAsim MAN-1236 Rev 2 and CARINAiso MAN-1237 Rev 2 laser software. LAP isocenter marking control software. Laser systems for patient alignment.. Recalled by Lap of America Laser Applications, LLC. Units affected: 280 Manuals.
Why was this product recalled?
Potential for patient to be marked incorrectly. Customers currently using CARINAsim or CARINAiso systems can encounter two safety relevant errors in the operating instructions (CARINAsim MAN-1236 Rev 2 / CARINAiso MAN-1237 Rev 2)
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 11, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1709-2014.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution -- USA, including the states of AK, AZ, CA, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WY and the territory of Puerto Rico; and, the countries of Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Honduras, and Mexico..
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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