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Artis zee, Angiographic x-ray system

FDA device recall Z-1824-2017 · posted 2017-03-30 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Reason for recall
Software error - As a result of a software fault in Artis zee systems with software version VD11 and an A100 generator, the possibility exists that following the failure of a tube assembly focus, the Artis system functions properly until the next reactivation. Following reactivation, the system no longer initializes as intended.
Action taken
Siemens mailed a Customer Safety Advisory Notice (CSAN) AX017/17/S to affected customers on 03/28/2017 to inform them of the corrective action that will be performed to prevent a possible hazard to persons and equipment. The notice also explained the underlying issue, the impact on system operation, potential risk to patients and actions they are taking to correct the issue.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
IZI
Quantity affected
3 units distributed in U.S.
Distribution
Distributed to: VA, CA, WI
Date initiated
2017-03-28
Date posted
2017-03-30
Date terminated
2017-08-07
Location
Malvern, PA

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RecordFirmDate
ARTIS ZEE AND ZEEGO (K073290)Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.2008-02-11