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FDA Devices recall · Reported August 19, 2020

uMI 550 PET/CT Diagnostic Imaging System - Product Usage: This system is intended to be operated by qualified healthcare professionals to assist in the detection, localization, diagnosis, staging, restaging, treatment planning and treatment response evaluation for diseases and disorders in, but not limit to, oncology, cardiology and neurology.

1) Service function problem may cause false marking of a bad channel resulting in ring artifacts; 2) Potential intermittent scout scanning interruption due to angle signal drift c…

Recall #
Z-2800-2020
Affected scope
4 units
Initiated
July 16, 2020
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Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd. recalled uMI 550 PET/CT Diagnostic Imaging System - Product Usage: This system is intended to be o… - a moderate-severity action.

uMI 550 PET/CT Diagnostic Imaging System - Product Usage: This system is intended to be o… was recalled by Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd. in August 19, 2020. Reason: 1) Service function problem may cause false marking of a bad channel resulting in ring artifacts; 2) Potentia…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2800-2020 with the FDA Devices before acting.

The recall

Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-1) Service function problem may cause false marking of a bad channel resulting in ring artifacts; 2) Potentia….

Moderate
severity level
4 units
affected scope
Class II
classification
August 19, 2020
reported

Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2800-2020 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2800-2020) was formally reported on August 19, 2020, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 16, 2020. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Shanghai, N/A. Federal records list the affected scope as 4 units.

The documented reason for this recall is: 1) Service function problem may cause false marking of a bad channel resulting in ring artifacts; 2) Potential intermittent scout scanning interruption due to angle signal drift caused by external interference; 3) Metal… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: US Nationwide distribution including in the state of Texas.. Distribution scope 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 - 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 the database

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Severity

Moderate

Affected scope

4 units

Related Recalls

6

0 from same agency

Product description

uMI 550 PET/CT Diagnostic Imaging System - Product Usage: This system is intended to be operated by qualified healthcare professionals to assist in the detection, localization, diagnosis, staging, restaging, treatment planning and treatment response evaluation for diseases and disorders in, but not limit to, oncology, cardiology and neurology.

Reason for recall

1) Service function problem may cause false marking of a bad channel resulting in ring artifacts; 2) Potential intermittent scout scanning interruption due to angle signal drift caused by external interference; 3) Metal edge overlap of mylar strip in gantry may create sharp edge. May lead to repeat scanning and abrasions (N/A for Serial No. 200036)

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-2800-2020
Date reported August 19, 2020
Date initiated July 16, 2020
Recalling firm Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd.
Firm location Shanghai, N/A
Affected scope 4 units
Distribution US Nationwide distribution including in the state of Texas.

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

Scale of Impact

4 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?
uMI 550 PET/CT Diagnostic Imaging System - Product Usage: This system is intended to be operated by qualified healthcare professionals to assist in the detection, localization, diagnosis, staging, restaging, treatment planning and treatment response evaluation for diseases and disorders in, but not limit to, oncology, cardiology and neurology.. Recalled by Shanghai United Imaging Healthcare Co., Ltd.. Units affected: 4 units.
Why was this product recalled?
1) Service function problem may cause false marking of a bad channel resulting in ring artifacts; 2) Potential intermittent scout scanning interruption due to angle signal drift caused by external interference; 3) Metal edge overlap of mylar strip in gantry may create sharp edge. May lead to repeat scanning and abrasions (N/A for Serial No. 200036)
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 19, 2020. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2800-2020.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: US Nationwide distribution including in the state of Texas..
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (Z-2800-2020) 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 August 19, 2020.

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