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Class II Recall

The following Pro.specta Emission Computed Tomography Systems that were manufactured with an SLD Look Ahead Optical Sens

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for The following Pro.specta Emission Computed Tomography Systems that were manufact by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.. Reason: During a whole-body planar scan with auto-contour, there is a possibility the short-linear drive (SLD) look-ahead sensors may trigger earlier than exp.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-2256-2023

Action Date

2023-08-09

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

The following Pro.specta Emission Computed Tomography Systems that were manufactured with an SLD Look Ahead Optical Sensor Assembly: (a) Symbia Pro.specta Q3, Model 11364751; (b) Symbia Pro.specta X3, Model 11364752; (c) Symbia Pro.specta X7, Model 11364753.

Lot/Code Info: Software version VA20A. (a) Serial numbers 100201, 100202, 100203, 100204, 100205, 100206, 100207, 100209, 100208, 100210, 100212, 100211, 100213, 100215, 100217, 100219, 100218, 100220, 100221, and 100224; UDI-DI 4056869264745. Additional serial numbers as of 09/07/2023: 100223, 100225, 100227, 100228, 100237; Additional serial numbers as of 10/17/2023: 100214, 100229; Additional serial numbers as of 12/12/2023: 100232, 100231, 100234; Additional serial number as of 01/15/2024:100226. (b) Serial numbers 100101, 100102, 100201, 100203, 100204, 100207, 100206, 100208, 100205, 100209, 100210, 100212, 100213, 100214, 100215, 100216, 100218, 100217, 100219, 100220, 100221, 100223, 100224, 100222, 100226, 100228, 100227, 100225, 100229, 100231, 100232, 100233, 100235, 100234, 100237, 100239, 100241, 100240, 100236, 100238, 100242, 100243, 100247, 100244, 100250, 100251, 100252, and 100255; UDI-DI 4056869264752; Additional serial numbers as of 09/07/2023: 100245, 100256, 100257, 100258, 100261, 100262, 100265, 100273; Additional serial numbers as of 10/17/2023: 100230, 100266; Additional serial numbers as of 12/12/2023: 100269; Additional serial numbers as of 01/15/2024: 100248, 100254, 100260, 100271, 100272. (c) Serial numbers 100101, 100201, 100203, 100202, 100205, and 100206; UDI-DI 4056869264769; Additional serial numbers as of 09/07/2023: 100208, 100210; Additional serial numbers as of 12/12/2023: 100209

Quantity Affected: 108 systems

Reason for Recall

During a whole-body planar scan with auto-contour, there is a possibility the short-linear drive (SLD) look-ahead sensors may trigger earlier than expected and may result in detector 1 positioning further from the patient than needed leading to a reduction in image resolution.

Distribution

Distribution was made to ID, KS, MA, NH, OH, TX, and VA. There was no government/military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Colombia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Israel, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Portugal, Singapore, Switzerland, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and United Kingdom.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-07-12

Company

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 202 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 413 device-related FDA actions this month.

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. has 277 FDA actions in our database, including 173 recalls and 104 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. have FDA actions?

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. has 277 FDA actions in our database, including 173 recalls and 104 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-2256-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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