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FDA Devices recall · Reported August 29, 2012

892.1650 Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system; the device is designed to provide fluoroscopic and spot film imaging of the patient during diagnostic surgical and interventional procedures. The systems include features specifically designed for use in diagnostic and interventional cardiac imaging procedures, and are also intended for cholangiography, endoscopic, urologic, orthopedic, neurologic, vascular, critical care and emergency room procedures. The systems may be used for other imag

GE OEC is recalling certain 9800 Image Intensified Flouroscopic x-ray systems due to customer complaint analysis showing that a replacement Hitachi 160 GB Hard Drive, when install…

Recall #
Z-2240-2012
Affected scope
3,595 units
Initiated
November 6, 2009
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Ge Oec Medical Systems, Inc recalled 892.1650 Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system; the device is designed to provide f… - a moderate-severity action.

892.1650 Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system; the device is designed to provide f… was recalled by Ge Oec Medical Systems, Inc in August 29, 2012. Reason: GE OEC is recalling certain 9800 Image Intensified Flouroscopic x-ray systems due to customer complaint analy…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2240-2012 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Ge Oec Medical Systems, Inc issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-GE OEC is recalling certain 9800 Image Intensified Flouroscopic x-ray systems due to customer complaint analy….

Moderate
severity level
4K units
affected scope
Class II
classification
August 29, 2012
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2240-2012 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) 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, 6 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 - 41,021 medical devices recalls on record

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Where this agency-classified recall sits among FDA Class I/II/III notices

Of 88,244 recalls with an agency hazard classification, 19,068 are high severity, 64,652 moderate, and 4,524 low. A further 16,179 CPSC/NHTSA recalls have no agency class and are excluded from this split. This recall is classified moderate severity.

Counts reflect market size and reporting activity, not inherent danger, we do not rank products by risk from raw recall volume.

Product description

892.1650 Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system; the device is designed to provide fluoroscopic and spot film imaging of the patient during diagnostic surgical and interventional procedures. The systems include features specifically designed for use in diagnostic and interventional cardiac imaging procedures, and are also intended for cholangiography, endoscopic, urologic, orthopedic, neurologic, vascular, critical care and emergency room procedures. The systems may be used for other imaging applications at the physician's discretion.

Reason for recall

GE OEC is recalling certain 9800 Image Intensified Flouroscopic x-ray systems due to customer complaint analysis showing that a replacement Hitachi 160 GB Hard Drive, when installed on certain models is susceptible of causing unanticipated system shut downs, no boots, data loss or data mix, or unexpected hard drive corruption.

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-2240-2012
Date reported August 29, 2012
Date initiated November 6, 2009
Recalling firm Ge Oec Medical Systems, Inc
Firm location Salt Lake City, UT
Affected scope 3,595 units
Distribution Worldwide Distribution -- USA (nationwide)

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

Scale of Impact

3,595 units 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
892.1650 Image-intensified fluoroscopic x-ray system; the device is designed to provide fluoroscopic and spot film imaging of the patient during diagnostic surgical and interventional procedures. The systems include features specifically designed for use in diagnostic and interventional cardiac imaging procedures, and are also intended for cholangiography, endoscopic, urologic, orthopedic, neurologic, vascular, critical care and emergency room procedures. The systems may be used for other imaging applications at the physician's discretion.. Recalled by Ge Oec Medical Systems, Inc. Units affected: 3,595 units.
Why was this product recalled?
GE OEC is recalling certain 9800 Image Intensified Flouroscopic x-ray systems due to customer complaint analysis showing that a replacement Hitachi 160 GB Hard Drive, when installed on certain models is susceptible of causing unanticipated system shut downs, no boots, data loss or data mix, or unexpected hard drive corruption.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 29, 2012. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2240-2012.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution -- USA (nationwide).
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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