The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1774-2013·Announced 2013-07-31

Topcon PASCAL Laser Recall Due to Power Mismatch Risk

Topcon Medical Laser Systems is recalling PASCAL and PASCAL Streamline lasers because a software function may cause power output mismatches, leading to over or under treatment.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the criteria for a High severity score.

Plain-English summary

Topcon Medical Laser Systems, Inc. is recalling PASCAL and PASCAL Streamline laser systems (532 nm and 577 nm) used to treat the patient's eye. The recall involves 7 units in the United States and 33 units in foreign countries, including China, Hong Kong, Brazil, France, Japan, the Netherlands, Pakistan, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, South Korea, Thailand, Dubai, and South Africa.

The recall is due to a potential mismatch between the displayed power and the actual power output when using the "Favorites" function for saved settings. This discrepancy may result in over or under treatment of the patient's eye.

Healthcare providers should contact Topcon Medical Laser Systems, Inc. for instructions on how to address the issue. Specific serial numbers for the affected units are listed in the agency's recall record.

The recalled product

Product
PASCAL and PASCAL Streamline (532 nm.577 nm); Treats the patient's eye.

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.

Same manufacturer · Topcon Medical Laser Systems, Inc

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