Abbott Medical Optics Inc (AMO) Recalls
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Abbott Healon EndoCoat Ophthalmic Viscosurgical Device 3% sodium hyaluronate 0.85 mL 30 mg/mL Sterile A Solution Sterile EO Packaging and Cannula Product of USA Abbott Healon Duet Dual Pack 0.55 ml OVD 0.85 ml Healon EndoCoat OVD Contents: -one sterile syringe of Healon Ophthalmic Viscosurgical Device (OVD) 0.55 ml (10 mg/ml Sodium Hyaluronate) -one sterile syringe of Healon EndoCoat Ophthalmic Viscosurgical Device (OVD) 0.85 ml (30 mg/ml Sodium Hyaluronate) Part Number: US: VT585U and 575020
AMO has received complaints where the finger grip dislodged while depressing the syringe plunger. The finger grip dislodgement could result in the surgeon's hand unintentionally moving the cannula further than intended, resulting in potential trauma to the eye.
Abbott Medical Optics issued an Urgent Advisory Notice dated November 4, 2014, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were advised to consult the DFU that is distributed with each device, which contains important warning and precautions for use of the product. Customers were instructed to provide a copy of the Advisory Notice to surgeons and thsoe who need to be aware in their organization. Custommers with questions were instructed to call 877-266-4543. For questions regarding this recall call 714-247-8656.
Sensar Foldable IOL with OptiEdge. Model number AR40e, 6.0 Diopter. The Sensar Foldable IOLs with OptiEdge Design are ultraviolet-absorbing posterior chamber intraocular lenses and are indicated for the visual correction of aphakia in adult patients in whom a cataractous lens has been removed by extracapsular cataract extraction. The lens are intended to be placed in a capsular bag.
The firm is initiating this voluntary recall because of the possibility that certain Sensar IOLs are labeled with an incorrect diopter power.
Abbott Medical Optics, Inc. sent an URGENT FIELD SAFETY NOTICE dated September 21, 2011, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to stop using and remove the affected product from their inventory, complete and return the included facsimile form to Abbott Medical Optics and indicate the status of each affected serial number on the form. Customers were asked to return the form even if they have no inventory affected by the recall. For any questions customers were instructed to contact their Abbott Medical Optics Customer Service Representative. For any questions regarding this recall call 714-247-8656.
AMO Sensar Intraocular Lenses (IOLs), Model AR40e, Sensar Foldable IOL with OptiEdge Product Usage: These are ultraviolet-absorbing posterior chamber intraocular lenses for use after cataract extraction.
Two production orders of these IOLs that contain mislabeled IOLs.
AMO sent an Urgent Field Safety Notice letter to all affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem, and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to stop using and remove affected product from inventory. The letter advice customers to complete and return the enclosed Facsimile Form. For questions contact AMO Customer Service Representative.
AMO Tecnis 1-Piece Intraocular Lens (Model ZCB00)
Abbott Medical Optics (AMO) has received complaints of some Tecnis 1-Piece IOLs (model ZCB00) have adhered to the lens optic after insertion into the eye. This can lead to a need for additional manipulation to separate the haptics from the optic during surgery which could lead to an injury.
Beginning on Friday, November 6, 2009, AMO began distribution of the Recall Notification Letter via Federal Express to the 874 AMO Tecnis 1-piece IOL customer accounts in the US. Included with the Recall Notification letter is a facsimile delivery confirmation that each customer was instructed to fax back to AMO to confirm receipt of the Recall Notification Letter. --- Beginning on Monday, November 9, 2009, AMO began distribution of the Recall Notification letter to the AMO Tecnis 1-piece IOL customer/distributors accounts outside the USA. "THIS RECALL NOTIFICATION DOES NOT INVOLVE TECNIS 1-PIECE IOL THAT HAVE BEEN IMPLANTED. ONCE THE HAPTICS HAVE BEEN SUCCESSFULLY DEPLOYED, THESE LENSES FUNCTION PROPERLY." Questions should be directed to an AMO Customer Service Representative at 1-877-AMO-4LIFE (1-877-266-4543).
AMO COMPLETE Multi-Purpose Solution, Formula: 9424x; Product Code: 93504 (360ml), 93505 (2x 360ml duo pack), 93515 (240 ml). Cleans, rinses, disinfects, and stores all soft contact lenses and helps keep your eyes protected from dryness and irritation throughout the day.
The recall was initiated after AMO determined, through internal testing, that a limited number of the flip top caps used during production of these solutions may leak and, although unlikely, the sterility of the product may be compromised. Products that are non-sterile have the potential to cause eye infections, which may be sight threatening.
AMO prepared and issued on July 28, 2010 both a customer and distributor notification letter as part of their customer communication process. The letter informed the customers of the reason for recall, the products involved, the hazard involved and actions to be taken regarding the affected products. Customer with questions related to the COMPLETE Multi-Purpose Solution and/or Total Care (1) Contact Lens Solution return process, were instructed to contact an AMO Customer Service Representative at 1800 931 663.