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FDA Devices recall · Reported March 2, 2016

Syngo Plaza Picture archiving and communication system. Software only. PACS intended to display, process, read, report, communicate, distribute, store and archive digital medical images. Stores and archives within DICOM structured reports. Integrates hospital/radiology information systems.

Siemens is releasing an updated software version to address several software issues including RGB images will show "?" since calculation of HU is not possible; save as option enab…

Recall #
Z-0862-2016
Affected scope
68
Initiated
December 22, 2015
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Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc recalled Syngo Plaza Picture archiving and communication system. Software only. PACS intended to… - a moderate-severity action.

Syngo Plaza Picture archiving and communication system. Software only. PACS intended to… was recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc in March 2, 2016. Reason: Siemens is releasing an updated software version to address several software issues including RGB images will…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0862-2016 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Siemens is releasing an updated software version to address several software issues including RGB images will….

Moderate
severity level
68 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
March 2, 2016
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0862-2016 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0862-2016) was formally reported on March 2, 2016, with the manufacturer initiating the action on December 22, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Malvern, PA. Federal records list the affected scope as 68.

The documented reason for this recall is: Siemens is releasing an updated software version to address several software issues including RGB images will show "?" since calculation of HU is not possible; save as option enabled; changes in access for loading studi… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide Distribution including AL CA CT FL IN KS LA MA MD MI MN MO MS NE NY OH OR PA TX WA WI. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this recall sits in the database

Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

68

Related Recalls

6

3 from same agency

Product description

Syngo Plaza Picture archiving and communication system. Software only. PACS intended to display, process, read, report, communicate, distribute, store and archive digital medical images. Stores and archives within DICOM structured reports. Integrates hospital/radiology information systems.

Reason for recall

Siemens is releasing an updated software version to address several software issues including RGB images will show "?" since calculation of HU is not possible; save as option enabled; changes in access for loading studies; breast region is now properly fitted to segment boundary when clicking fit breast to screen.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Devices recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Moderate (Class II)
Status Terminated
Recall number Z-0862-2016
Date reported March 2, 2016
Date initiated December 22, 2015
Recalling firm Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Firm location Malvern, PA
Affected scope 68
Distribution Nationwide Distribution including AL CA CT FL IN KS LA MA MD MI MN MO MS NE NY OH OR PA TX WA WI

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Scale of Impact

68 units affected - limited or regional distribution scale.

Regional (<10K units) ✓ This recall
Multi-state (10K – 100K units) -
Large-scale (100K – 1M units) -
Massive (≥1M units) -

Bracket cutoffs follow federal recall-disclosure conventions; bar widths scale linearly within each bracket. Source: PlainRecalls analysis of U.S. Food and Drug Administration filings.

What to do with this recall

Match your product against the recall record, then act on the agency remedy.

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  • Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Syngo Plaza Picture archiving and communication system. Software only. PACS intended to display, process, read, report, communicate, distribute, store and archive digital medical images. Stores and archives within DICOM structured reports. Integrates hospital/radiology information systems.. Recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Units affected: 68.
Why was this product recalled?
Siemens is releasing an updated software version to address several software issues including RGB images will show "?" since calculation of HU is not possible; save as option enabled; changes in access for loading studies; breast region is now properly fitted to segment boundary when clicking fit breast to screen.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 2, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0862-2016.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide Distribution including AL CA CT FL IN KS LA MA MD MI MN MO MS NE NY OH OR PA TX WA WI.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-0862-2016) against your product. Visit the official FDA Devices website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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