PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

syngo.CT software version VA48A_SP5.5 in the following SOMATOM computed tomography models: SOMATOM Definition Edge-Model #10590000; SOMATOM Definition AS Model #8098027; SOMATOM Definition Flash Model #10430603

Reported: September 11, 2019 Initiated: July 25, 2019 #Z-2440-2019

Product Description

syngo.CT software version VA48A_SP5.5 in the following SOMATOM computed tomography models: SOMATOM Definition Edge-Model #10590000; SOMATOM Definition AS Model #8098027; SOMATOM Definition Flash Model #10430603

Reason for Recall

SOMATOM Definition Edge, SOMATOM Definition AS, SOMATOM Definition Flash with software syngo.CT with Software version VA48A_SP5 may result in scanning workflow interruptions and unexpected user notifications. and may result in a delay in diagnosis and/or patient rescans

Details

Units Affected
2867 units worldwide (OUS); 1464 units US
Distribution
Nationwide Foreign:
Location
Malvern, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
syngo.CT software version VA48A_SP5.5 in the following SOMATOM computed tomography models: SOMATOM Definition Edge-Model #10590000; SOMATOM Definition AS Model #8098027; SOMATOM Definition Flash Model #10430603. Recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Units affected: 2867 units worldwide (OUS); 1464 units US.
Why was this product recalled?
SOMATOM Definition Edge, SOMATOM Definition AS, SOMATOM Definition Flash with software syngo.CT with Software version VA48A_SP5 may result in scanning workflow interruptions and unexpected user notifications. and may result in a delay in diagnosis and/or patient rescans
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 11, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2440-2019.