ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-1076-04 ยท JOS Electrode, Electrosurgical

Rita Medical Systems

Dispersive Electrodes packaged in an 8x10 plastic container.

DateJul 20, 2004 (initiated Jun 16, 2004)
StatusTerminated
ReasonInaccurate temperature readings may be displayed by the device, actual temperature could be 2.5-3 degrees C higher than displayed.
Root causeOther
ActionEach hospital that has been shipped the devices will receive a recall letter during the week of june 21, 2004 with materials for return shipping. Field representatives will receive notice of the recall, and will return any unused devices and document consumed devices.
Quantity468 sets (each set consists of two pads)
DistributionProduct was shipped to 18 field representatives and 87 customers (hospitals and medical centers
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

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