[Recalled] Brilliance CT 16 Water. Computed Tomography X-ray systems intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and planes. — The firm was inform
The product on this page is subject to an official recall. We summarise the regulator's findings and the recommended action.
Recall details
| Product | Brilliance CT 16 Water. Computed Tomography X-ray systems intended to produce cross-sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of X-ray transmission data taken at different angles and planes. |
|---|---|
| Brand / manufacturer | Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-1652-2015 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class II |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 16 March 2015 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: The firm was informed that while raising the patient couch on the system to perform an exam, the couch unexpectedly descended to the lowest point without being commanded to do so.
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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