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FDA Devices Critical Class I Terminated

Forte Gamma Camera System is intended to produce images depicting the anatomical distribution of single-photon and positron-emitting radioisotopes within the body for interpretation by medical personnel.

Reported: November 13, 2019 Initiated: September 19, 2019 #Z-0217-2020

Product Description

Forte Gamma Camera System is intended to produce images depicting the anatomical distribution of single-photon and positron-emitting radioisotopes within the body for interpretation by medical personnel.

Reason for Recall

An issue with the Detector for the Forte Family of cameras may result in either detector 1 or detector 2 falling unimpeded vertically to the end stops of its travel limit.

Details

Units Affected
1167 in total
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution.
Location
Cleveland, OH

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Forte Gamma Camera System is intended to produce images depicting the anatomical distribution of single-photon and positron-emitting radioisotopes within the body for interpretation by medical personnel.. Recalled by Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc. Units affected: 1167 in total.
Why was this product recalled?
An issue with the Detector for the Forte Family of cameras may result in either detector 1 or detector 2 falling unimpeded vertically to the end stops of its travel limit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 13, 2019. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-0217-2020.