[Recalled] Axiom Aristos MX Solid State Flat Panel Digital Imager, Model number 5895003. The device is used for diagnostic X-ray imaging. — Siemens issued a Field Safety Notice about the potential hazard to patients or… | FDA 2013-06-05

Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.

Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Siemens issued a Field Safety Notice about the potential hazard to patients or operators when using the function "table top float" of the AXIOM Aristos MX. When repositioning a patient lying on the table top and releasing the table top, it is possible that the fingers of the patient or operator are between the table top and the detector tray and if the table top is moved, the fingers can be squee

This Class II recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.

What to do if you own this product

Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.

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