Recall Z-1003-2013— Philips Healthcare Inc.

Class II · Terminated

Class II FDA medical device recall by Philips Healthcare Inc., initiated 2010-04-05, terminated 2021-03-08. FDA's recall record names no specific 510(k) clearance for this event. Product: Philips Healthcare Computed Tomography X-Ray System. These devices are whole-body computed tomography (CT) x-ray systems or sub-systems, each with a continuously rotating x-ray tube and multi-row detectors enclosed by a gantry. X-ray transmission data acquired and taken at different angles can be reconstructed into cross-sectional images. Each device also includes signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, components, and accessories.. Reason: Philips Healthcare discovered the customer was performing CTDI measurements for facility accreditation and received results that were 15 to 25% higher than Philips protocol parameters stated..

Recalling firm
Philips Healthcare Inc.
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2010-04-05
Terminated
2021-03-08
Firm location
Andover, MA, United States

Product description

Philips Healthcare Computed Tomography X-Ray System. These devices are whole-body computed tomography (CT) x-ray systems or sub-systems, each with a continuously rotating x-ray tube and multi-row detectors enclosed by a gantry. X-ray transmission data acquired and taken at different angles can be reconstructed into cross-sectional images. Each device also includes signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, components, and accessories.

Reason for recall

Philips Healthcare discovered the customer was performing CTDI measurements for facility accreditation and received results that were 15 to 25% higher than Philips protocol parameters stated.

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