Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2735-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc. |
| Report date | Sep 14, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | May 25, 2016 |
| Quantity | 117 units |
| Location | Cleveland, OH, United States |
Official product description
BrightView X, model #882478; gamma camera designed for single or dual detector nuclear imaging
Why the product was recalled
The firm became aware of an issue where during a non-Auto Body Contouring (ABC), non-circular, rel-180 scan, the detector may come in contact with the patient. The issue was caused by a software defect in the workflow setup script.
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution. US nationwide, Algeria, Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland France, Gabon, Germany, Greece, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Republic of Korea, Republic of Lebanon, Lithuania, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Panama, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Viet Nam.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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