# Major Recall Alert: TruSystem 7500 Surgical Table Systems Faces Urgent Medical Device Correction Due to Software Issue
On **February 27, 2025**, Baxter Corporation initiated an **urgent medical device correction** for the **TruSystem 7500 Surgical Table Systems**. This recall highlights a critical software issue that renders the upper back section of the **26-series tabletops inoperable (non-adjustable)** when the emergency mode is enabled. The recall impacts healthcare professionals and facilities relying on the TruSystem 7500 Surgical Table for surgical procedures. Here’s everything you need to know about this important recall and how to respond to it.
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## Why This Recall is Important
The **TruSystem 7500 Surgical Table** is commonly used in operating rooms around the world for its versatility, reliability, and functionality. However, Baxter Corporation has identified a software issue affecting the function of the 26-series tabletop upper back section. When emergency mode is activated, this critical tabletop section may become **non-adjustable**, potentially posing operational hazards during surgical procedures.
This malfunction can lead to:
- **Delays in surgery**, impacting patient care.
- **Potential risk to patient safety** if the table cannot be adjusted as required during emergency scenarios.
- **Increased pressure on healthcare professionals**, who must make alternate adjustments in high-stakes situations.
As a trusted name in medical equipment, Baxter Corporation is proactively addressing this issue to ensure patient and staff safety. If your facility uses the **TruSystem 7500 Surgical Table**, it is essential to examine whether your table is affected and implement corrective actions promptly.
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## Details of the Recall
Here are the key details regarding the recall of the TruSystem 7500 Surgical Table Systems:
- **Product Name**: TruSystem 7500 Surgical Table
- **Brand**: TruSystem 7500
- **Issue**: A **software malfunction** that makes the upper back section of the 26-series tabletops inoperable in emergency mode.
- **Recall Date**: February 27, 2025
- **Action Taken**: Baxter Corporation is issuing an **urgent medical device correction** for affected units.
- **Impacted Components**: Model 26-series tabletops of the TruSystem 7500 Surgical Table.
For additional details and the official recall notice, visit the [Government of Canada Recall Website](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/trusystem-7500-surgical-table).
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## What You Should Do
If you or your facility uses the **TruSystem 7500 Surgical Table**, take the following steps immediately:
1. **Identify Affected Devices**: Check the **model number and software version** of your surgical table to determine if it is part of the recall.
2. **Contact Baxter Corporation**: Reach out to the company for additional support and guidance on implementing the required corrective actions.
3. **Follow Safety Guidelines**: Until the issue is resolved, ensure staff is aware of the potential inoperability in emergency mode and develop a mitigation plan.
4. **Report Adverse Effects**: If the software issue has caused any disruptions, report them to Baxter Corporation and your local regulatory body.
Proactively addressing the issue will help mitigate risks and ensure optimal safety for both patients and healthcare providers.
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For more details about the TruSystem 7500 Surgical Table recall, visit the [official recall page here](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/trusystem-7500-surgical-table).
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By taking prompt action and staying updated, you can help maintain patient safety and operational efficiency in your healthcare facility. Stay informed, stay safe!