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# Electrical OR Table Problems
- URL: https://www.fdaweb.com/electrical-or-table-problems/
- Published: 2024-02-29T12:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T14:24:13.000Z
- Author: David McFarland
- Tags: Devices, #legacy-id-D5156455

FDA says it has received reports of adverse events associated with electrical operating room tables, including problems with positioning or unintended movement of the table that may result in serious patient injury, or extended or delayed surgical procedures that can lead to potentially life-threatening complications. “While FDA believes that serious adverse events associated with electrical operating room tables are rare,” an online [notice](https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/letters-health-care-providers/follow-instructions-safe-use-electrical-operating-room-tables-letter-health-care-providers?utm%5Fmedium=email&utm%5Fsource=govdelivery) says, “healthcare providers and users should be aware that these can and do occur.”

The notice contains recommendations for healthcare providers and facilities, and says FDA will continue to work with manufacturers, healthcare organizations, and professional societies to encourage training and awareness of potential risks with the use of the devices.