Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0899-2013 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc. |
| Report date | Mar 6, 2013 |
| Recall initiation date | Dec 19, 2012 |
| Quantity | 412 Units |
| Location | Cleveland, OH, United States |
Official product description
Philips MX 16-Slice CT Scanner System, a whole-body computed tomography X-ray system.
Why the product was recalled
The four screws that secure the patient table top to the carrier became loose, which caused the table top to detach.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - USA including AL, AR, CA, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MI, MS, NC, NJ, NV, NY, OH, PA, PR and VA.
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.
What to do next
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