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FDA Devices recall · Reported July 20, 2022

DigitalDiagnost 4 Flex / Value. radiography and fluoroscopy system

Following a system restart where the Table Height 2 (TH2) is the default setting and then switched to Wallstand VS2, operators will see an incorrect orientation of image on the fi…

Recall #
Z-1327-2022
Affected scope
140 systems in total, (Updated 1/30/2023).
Initiated
May 19, 2021
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Philips Medical Systems Dmc GmbH recalled DigitalDiagnost 4 Flex / Value. radiography and fluoroscopy system - a moderate-severity action.

DigitalDiagnost 4 Flex / Value. radiography and fluoroscopy system was recalled by Philips Medical Systems Dmc GmbH in July 20, 2022. Reason: Following a system restart where the Table Height 2 (TH2) is the default setting and then switched to Wallsta…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-1327-2022 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Philips Medical Systems Dmc GmbH issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall — Following a system restart where the Table Height 2 (TH2) is the default setting and then switched to Wallsta….

Moderate
severity level
Class II
classification
July 20, 2022
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-1327-2022 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-1327-2022) was formally reported on July 20, 2022, with the manufacturer initiating the action on May 19, 2021. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Ongoing. Philips Medical Systems Dmc GmbH is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Hamburg. Federal records list the affected scope as 140 systems in total, (Updated 1/30/2023)..

The documented reason for this recall is: Following a system restart where the Table Height 2 (TH2) is the default setting and then switched to Wallstand VS2, operators will see an incorrect orientation of image on the first examination due to an issue in the f… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide Distribution. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

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Where this recall sits in the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

140 systems in total, (Updated 1/30/2023).

Related Recalls

6

6 from same agency

Product description

DigitalDiagnost 4 Flex / Value. radiography and fluoroscopy system

Reason for recall

Following a system restart where the Table Height 2 (TH2) is the default setting and then switched to Wallstand VS2, operators will see an incorrect orientation of image on the first examination due to an issue in the firmware of the Wallstand VS2 board. The system will rotate the amplimat field selection by 90 degrees. The wrong amplimat field selection may cause an incorrect dose of radiation to occur. Additionally, the anatomic position markers may become mispositioned and could potentially be associated with the opposite side of the anatomy. (Updated 1/30/23) Expansion of the root cause to include incorrect amplimat field selection by 90 degrees following the first exposure using Wallstand VS2 and a subsequent system restart. Previously, this issue only occurred following a system restart where the Table Height 2 (TH2) is the default setting.

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 Ongoing
Recall number Z-1327-2022
Date reported July 20, 2022
Date initiated May 19, 2021
Recalling firm Philips Medical Systems Dmc GmbH
Firm location Hamburg
Affected scope 140 systems in total, (Updated 1/30/2023).
Distribution US Nationwide Distribution

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
DigitalDiagnost 4 Flex / Value. radiography and fluoroscopy system. Recalled by Philips Medical Systems Dmc GmbH. Units affected: 140 systems in total, (Updated 1/30/2023)..
Why was this product recalled?
Following a system restart where the Table Height 2 (TH2) is the default setting and then switched to Wallstand VS2, operators will see an incorrect orientation of image on the first examination due to an issue in the firmware of the Wallstand VS2 board. The system will rotate the amplimat field selection by 90 degrees. The wrong amplimat field selection may cause an incorrect dose of radiation to occur. Additionally, the anatomic position markers may become mispositioned and could potentially be associated with the opposite side of the anatomy. (Updated 1/30/23) Expansion of the root cause to include incorrect amplimat field selection by 90 degrees following the first exposure using Wallstand VS2 and a subsequent system restart. Previously, this issue only occurred following a system restart where the Table Height 2 (TH2) is the default setting.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on July 20, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1327-2022.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Nationwide Distribution.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-1327-2022) 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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Data Sources

Source: FDA, CPSC, and NHTSA federal recall databases. This recall: FDA Devices, reported July 20, 2022.

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