PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Carestream DRX Evolution System (Standard Q) The DRX-Evolution System (Standard Q) is a permanently installed diagnostic x-ray system for generation of x-rays for examination of various anatomical regions. These products are permanently installed diagnostic x-ray systems composed of 4 main components: an operator console, over head tube crane, x-ray tube assembly including a collimator and stationary generator. In addition the device can use an x-ray table and /or wallstandbucky to complete x

Reported: February 5, 2014 Initiated: August 20, 2013 #Z-0774-2014

Product Description

Carestream DRX Evolution System (Standard Q) The DRX-Evolution System (Standard Q) is a permanently installed diagnostic x-ray system for generation of x-rays for examination of various anatomical regions. These products are permanently installed diagnostic x-ray systems composed of 4 main components: an operator console, over head tube crane, x-ray tube assembly including a collimator and stationary generator. In addition the device can use an x-ray table and /or wallstandbucky to complete x-ray exposures.

Reason for Recall

Carestream received a report of an exposure being initiated without a patient image captured. The patient was imaged 2 times before an image was captured. The field engineer who visited the site reported the system allowed an exposure without the assignment of a bucky or image receptor.

Details

Recalling Firm
Carestream Health Inc.
Units Affected
4 units
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution including TX, IL, and GA.
Location
Rochester, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Carestream DRX Evolution System (Standard Q) The DRX-Evolution System (Standard Q) is a permanently installed diagnostic x-ray system for generation of x-rays for examination of various anatomical regions. These products are permanently installed diagnostic x-ray systems composed of 4 main components: an operator console, over head tube crane, x-ray tube assembly including a collimator and stationary generator. In addition the device can use an x-ray table and /or wallstandbucky to complete x-ray exposures.. Recalled by Carestream Health Inc.. Units affected: 4 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Carestream received a report of an exposure being initiated without a patient image captured. The patient was imaged 2 times before an image was captured. The field engineer who visited the site reported the system allowed an exposure without the assignment of a bucky or image receptor.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 5, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0774-2014.