Civco Medical Instruments Co. recalled 21 eTRAX Needle Sensors for Aurora Trackers sold to healthcare providers in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Washington. The devices have an inspection and programming error that can cause the needle tip position to be misidentified on the user interface. Clinicians should stop using the devices immediately and follow recall instructions from Civco.
There was an error in inspection and programming of the eTRAX needle sensor for Aurora trackers. The result is a potential for the needle tip position to be incorrectly identified on the user interface.
Patients and healthcare providers should stop using this device immediately. Follow the recall instructions provided by the manufacturer. Contact Civco Medical Instruments Co. Inc. or your healthcare provider for instructions
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The eTRAX Needle Sensor is part of a medical device system used with Aurora Trackers to identify needle position during procedures. It is intended for professional clinical use.
A misidentified needle tip on the user interface can lead to incorrect needle placement guidance, potentially affecting patient safety.
This recall is not described as part of a broader industry pattern in the provided information.
Clinicians administering procedures with the affected sensors may experience inaccurate needle guidance, which could compromise patient safety and workflow.
Device label for Part Number 667-159 and UDI-DI 00841436111102; recall notice for distribution areas and lot numbers.
Remedy processing timelines are not specified; follow Civco recall instructions and watch for updates.
Keep the recall notice, document device identifiers (Part Number, UDI-DI, Lot Numbers), and recording of communications with Civco for records.
Part Number: 667-159. UDI-DI: 00841436111102. Lot Numbers: A257459, A252198, A268105, A276632. Quantity: 21 units. Distribution: OH, PA, WA. Country of origin: China. Sold to healthcare providers in the United States. Recall Date: 2026-03-02. Status: ACTIVE. Price: Unknown.
No injuries or incidents have been reported.
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