FDAMarch 21, 2016device

SurgiCounter scanner, part of the SurgiCount Safety-Sponge System. Model numbers 0694-097-000 and 0694-097-001. Product Usage: The SurgiCount Safety Sponge System is indicated for use in counting and recording the number of thermally labeled surgical sponges, laparotomy sponges, and towels used d...

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.

The hazard

The affected scanner does not correctly interact with the SC360 software. When docked pre/postoperatively, the affected SurgiCounter scanner may display an error message (code=2). Also, the SurgiCounter scanner software version number is not appropriately displayed in the SC360 application during installation.

What to do

FDA enforcement status: Terminated

Brands named

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Recall history

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