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Abbott Medical Optics, Inc. recalls OptiMedica Catalys Precision Laser System; Model No(s). Catalys-U (US), and Catalys-I (Outside US). Product Usage: Indi…

Recall date
February 20, 2015
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Recall number
Z-1515-2015
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Abbott Medical Optics, Inc.
Sold / distributed
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of, Canada, Germany, Switzerland, Australia, Spain, Japan, Great Britain, France, Netherlands, Austria, Singapore, South Korea, India, Thailand, Colombia, Ecuador, Italy, Brazil, Egypt, Tunsia, Belgium, Mexico, Greece, Guatemala, Chile, Turke…

Why it was recalled

Device may experience loss of suction during treatment resulting in scoring the cornea during lens fragmentation.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

OptiMedica Catalys Precision Laser System; Model No(s). Catalys-U (US), and Catalys-I (Outside US). Product Usage: Indicated for use in patients undergoing cataract surgery for removal of crystalline lens.

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