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Z-0231-2025Class II

ClariTEE Probe- Miniature transesophageal echo ultrasound probe for use with ImaCor ultrasound diagnostic...

IMACOR, Inc / initiated 2024-09-16 / Open, Classified / root cause: manufacturing process

ImaCor Inc. began a recall of ClariTEE Probe- Miniature transesophageal echo ultrasound probe for use with ImaCor ultrasound diagnostic platforms. Model/Catalog Number: CLT-010, CLT-010-1 on . FDA classified it as Class II and gives the reason as "Epoxy used to seal the edge of the transducer into its paddle exceeded specification. This variability could attenuate the ultrasound signal with a potential impact on the quality of images obtained from the probes". As of , the recall status on record is Open, Classified, and MDM tags the root cause as manufacturing process.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-0231-2025
Classification
Class II
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated
Posted
Recalling firm
IMACOR, Inc
Product
ClariTEE Probe- Miniature transesophageal echo ultrasound probe for use with ImaCor ultrasound diagnostic platforms. Model/Catalog Number: CLT-010, CLT-010-1
Product code
ITX Transducer, Ultrasonic, Diagnostic
Reason for recall
Epoxy used to seal the edge of the transducer into its paddle exceeded specification. This variability could attenuate the ultrasound signal with a potential impact on the quality of images obtained from the probes.
Root cause tag
manufacturing process
FDA root cause
Process control
Action
ImaCor issued Inventory Correction for ImaCor ClariTEE Probe (CLT-010 and CLT-010-1) letter on 9/16/24. Letter states reason for recall, health risk and action to take: 1. Identify the Affected Devices o Please check your inventory for ClariTEE probes with lot numbers 20250509 and 20250823. Inform ImaCor of the number of applicable probes currently in inventory. 2. Prepare the Products for Return o Package the affected products securely to prevent damage during shipment. 3. Shipping Instructions o Please ship the affected products via FedEx using FedEx Account Number 665380920 to cover the shipping cost. Ship to: ImaCor Inc, 50 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 105, Jericho, NY 11753. Destination phone number is (516) 393-0970. o Attach a copy of this letter inside the package for reference. 4. Replacement Devices o Once we receive the returned devices, we will ship replacement probes to your facility. Replacement probes are expected to be available on or about October 15, 2024. Please return all affected devices by October 7. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Jenn Kujawski at [email protected]. Our team is ready to assist you with any inquiries and can provide additional details if needed.
Quantity in commerce
73 units
Distribution
FL ,GA, NJ, TN
Product codes and lots
UDI - Primary - 00861589000108 Lot numbers: 20250509 and 20250823

Enforcement reports

One row per recalled product line
FDA enforcement reports joined to recall event Z-0231-2025
Recall numberClassStatusVoluntary or mandatedReport dateClassified
Z-0231-2025Class IIOngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated