FDAMay 23, 2019device

Obalon Balloon System with Model 4300 Touch Dispenser Touchscreen; Software version 02.00.00.0076 - Product Usage: The System is intended to be used as an adjunct to a moderate intensity diet and behavior modification program. All balloons must be removed 6 months after the first balloon is place...

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

The hazard

During initial set-up and/or replacement of the dispenser batteries, the touch dispenser touchscreen can inadvertently lose calibration. This issue can also occur if the touchscreen is pressed when the device is powered on in preparation for a balloon administration. As a result, the touchscreen can become unresponsive and balloon inflation cannot be initiated.

What to do

FDA enforcement status: Completed

Brands named

obalon therapeuticsobalon

UPCs

00859810006104

Recall history

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Obalon Balloon System with Model 4300 Touch Dispenser Touchscreen; Software version 02.00.00.0076 - Product Usage: The System is intended to be used as an adjunct to a moderate intensity diet and behavior modification program. All balloons must be removed 6 months after the first balloon is place... — Recall Details · AllClear