ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-1494-2017 ยท LZS Excimer Laser System

Nidek Inc

Final Fit Software Version 1.11 and 1.12; PC Based software installed outside Nidek EC-5000 Excimer Laser System. Ophthalmic laser system use for correction of corneal refraction and ablation of the corneal surface. The system is composed of a laser generator which produces an excimer laser radiation of wavelength 193nm, a beam delivery unit, an optical system for observation, a gas system and

DateFeb 1, 2017
StatusTerminated
ReasonDuring treatment planning, the procedure was programmed with an unintended (wrong) correction.
Root causeSoftware change control
ActionNidek sent a Recall notification letter dated February 1, 2017 to all affected consignees by certified mail method beginning February 2, 2017. Letters advised of the issue received from a complaint and the steps the user took that created the issue. To prevent the issue, the letters provide steps that should be taken. Nidek's Customer Support team will contact customers by phone or email. Customers with questions were instructed to contact Customer Service at 1-800-223-9044 or email ff_support@nidek.com.
Quantity29
DistributionNationwide Distribution to MN, NV, OH, NC, CA, CO, CA, GA, VA, MI, AZ, PA, TN, WA, TX, NY.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

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