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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Brilliance 16 Slice (Power), Model 728240 Product Usage: 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. These devices may include signal analysts and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, components, and accessories

Reported: December 12, 2018 Initiated: October 18, 2018 #Z-0545-2019

Product Description

Brilliance 16 Slice (Power), Model 728240 Product Usage: 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. These devices may include signal analysts and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, components, and accessories

Reason for Recall

There is a potential for separation of fiberglass resin which may cause the gantry front cover and the metal support on the cover to fail/fall

Details

Units Affected
6,343 units in total
Distribution
US Nationwide Distribution
Location
Cleveland, OH

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Brilliance 16 Slice (Power), Model 728240 Product Usage: 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. These devices may include signal analysts and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, components, and accessories. Recalled by Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc. Units affected: 6,343 units in total.
Why was this product recalled?
There is a potential for separation of fiberglass resin which may cause the gantry front cover and the metal support on the cover to fail/fall
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 12, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0545-2019.