[Recalled] SENSE Body Coil 1.5T with identification; used in the ACS NT, Intera 1.5T and Achieva 1.5T MR system — Wrong positioning of the coil cables can create unintended resonances via the p… | FDA 2015-07-06

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: Wrong positioning of the coil cables can create unintended resonances via the patient or elevated coil cable temperature due to coupling to the QBC. The combined use of the Sense coil, high SAR level scanning and placement of the cables contrary to instructions for use can lead to patient burns.

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.

Read the full official notice →

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