Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1607-2016 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Toshiba American Medical Systems Inc. |
| Report date | May 11, 2016 |
| Recall initiation date | Apr 24, 2016 |
| Quantity | 3 units |
| Location | Tustin, CA, United States |
Official product description
Toshiba American Medical Systems Celesteion, Item Code: PCA-9000A/2, 9000A/3B, 9000A/2B This system is designed to acquire CT images, PET images, and fusion images (superimposed PET and CT images). The images that can be acquired include planar images (for any position and from any direction) and volume images (3D images) of the whole human body (including the head). The CT images provide morphological information showing the positional relationships between the lesion and adjacent tissues, while the PET images provide functional information based on the uptake of the injected radioisotope.
Why the product was recalled
Potential degradation of detector performance.
Distribution information
US Distribution to WI and NV.
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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