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Class II Recall

Berkeley VC-10 Vacuum Curettage System, Model No. VC-10. For transcervical aspiration of the uterine cavity.

Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Berkeley VC-10 Vacuum Curettage System, Model No. VC-10. For transcervical aspi by Olympus Corporation of the Americas. Reason: Update to the Instruction for Use (IFU): Olympus is adding a new warning against the use of accessories which are not listed in the IFU. There have be.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0078-2023

Action Date

2022-10-19

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Berkeley VC-10 Vacuum Curettage System, Model No. VC-10. For transcervical aspiration of the uterine cavity.

Lot/Code Info: UDI-DI: 00821925010475 All units are included.

Quantity Affected: 4184 US; 191 OUS

Reason for Recall

Update to the Instruction for Use (IFU): Olympus is adding a new warning against the use of accessories which are not listed in the IFU. There have been reported adverse events involving the use of collection canisters which were not designed for use with the VC-10, which can lead to serious injuries as it does not fit properly with the VC-10.

Distribution

Domestic distribution nationwide. Foreign distribution to Canada and Japan.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2022-09-16

Company

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 173 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 413 device-related FDA actions this month.

Olympus Corporation of the Americas has 334 FDA actions in our database, including 334 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Olympus Corporation of the Americas) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Olympus Corporation of the Americas have FDA actions?

Olympus Corporation of the Americas has 334 FDA actions in our database, including 334 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0078-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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