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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

SOMATOM Definition AS (Model 8098027) Computed tomography x-ray diagnostic system

Reported: May 23, 2018 Initiated: November 8, 2017 #Z-1745-2018

Product Description

SOMATOM Definition AS (Model 8098027) Computed tomography x-ray diagnostic system

Reason for Recall

There is a potential risk of unnecessary radiation exposure due to a software issue found in the CARE Dose4D algorithm implemented in Siemens Healthineers CT scanners of types SOMATOM Definition AS, SOMATOM Definition DS, SOMATOM Definition Edge, SOMATOM Definition Flash and SOMATOM Force.

Details

Units Affected
1385
Distribution
Distributed in all 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico.
Location
Malvern, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
SOMATOM Definition AS (Model 8098027) Computed tomography x-ray diagnostic system. Recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Units affected: 1385.
Why was this product recalled?
There is a potential risk of unnecessary radiation exposure due to a software issue found in the CARE Dose4D algorithm implemented in Siemens Healthineers CT scanners of types SOMATOM Definition AS, SOMATOM Definition DS, SOMATOM Definition Edge, SOMATOM Definition Flash and SOMATOM Force.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 23, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1745-2018.