ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-0918-2012 ยท OAB Low Energy Direct Current Thermal Ablation System

Angiodynamics Worldwide Headquarters

NanoKnife Irreversible Electroporation System. System consists of multiple components: Generator, footswitch, disposable electrode. System is manufactured by AngioDynamics, Inc. --- Catalog #20300101 Intended use: the generator system with six outputs is indicated for surgical ablation of soft tissue.

DateJan 27, 2012 (initiated Jan 20, 2012)
StatusTerminated
ReasonAngiodynamics was marketing the NanoKnife System with the ablation zone estimator feature in the US without FDA clearance.
Root causeLabeling False and Misleading
ActionAngioDynamics sent an Urgent - Medical Device Correction letter dated December 15, 2011, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed not to use the User's Manual that was supplied with the generator when it was purchased. Instructions include discarding their current manual and troubleshooting guide. A replacement manual will be provided with the Field Safety Notice; the troubleshooting guide will not be replaced. Customers were instructed to complete the Reply Form and fax to AngioDynamics
Quantity40 units
DistributionNationwide Distribution
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K080202ONCOBIONIC SYSTEM WITH 6 PROBE OUTPUT
Oncobionics, Inc., May 8, 2008
K102329NANOKNIFE SYSTEM
AngioDynamics, Inc., Oct 24, 2011