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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Artis One; The Artis One is an angiography system developed for diagnostic interventional procedures including, but not limited to pediatric and obese patients. Procedures that can be performed with the Artis One include cardiac angiography, neuro-angiography, general angiography, rotational angiography, multipurpose angiography and whole body radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures as well as procedures next to the table for patient extremities. Additionally, angiographic procedures can be perform

Reported: February 25, 2015 Initiated: January 16, 2015 #Z-1119-2015

Product Description

Artis One; The Artis One is an angiography system developed for diagnostic interventional procedures including, but not limited to pediatric and obese patients. Procedures that can be performed with the Artis One include cardiac angiography, neuro-angiography, general angiography, rotational angiography, multipurpose angiography and whole body radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures as well as procedures next to the table for patient extremities. Additionally, angiographic procedures can be performed in the operating room, image guided surgery by x-ray, by image fusion, and by navigation systems.

Reason for Recall

The possibility exists that the monitor may fail and requires a power circle (shutdown and then power on) to resume operation. The problem is not systematic; but sporadic on single units.

Details

Units Affected
1
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution to MI only
Location
Malvern, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Artis One; The Artis One is an angiography system developed for diagnostic interventional procedures including, but not limited to pediatric and obese patients. Procedures that can be performed with the Artis One include cardiac angiography, neuro-angiography, general angiography, rotational angiography, multipurpose angiography and whole body radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures as well as procedures next to the table for patient extremities. Additionally, angiographic procedures can be performed in the operating room, image guided surgery by x-ray, by image fusion, and by navigation systems.. Recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Units affected: 1.
Why was this product recalled?
The possibility exists that the monitor may fail and requires a power circle (shutdown and then power on) to resume operation. The problem is not systematic; but sporadic on single units.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 25, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1119-2015.