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Cranex Tome panoramic x-ray unit with Spiral Tomography for cross-sectional imaging. manufactured by SOREDEX, PO Box 250

FDA device recall Z-0816-2007 · posted 2007-05-18 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Instrumentarium Dental, Inc.
Reason for recall
There may be a material defect in the up/down movement axle of the unit. This may cause the upper part of the unit to suddenly come down.
Action taken
A recall letter, dated 04/28/2006, was sent to affected customers . The letter describes the issue, and requests that no patient operation is permitted until the unit is checked by authorized service technician. If the service technician noted wear of the screw, the assembly was replaced.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
EDH
Quantity affected
9
Distribution
Worldwide, including USA, Canada, Bermuda, and Colombia.
Date initiated
2006-04-28
Date posted
2007-05-18
Date terminated
2008-02-24
Location
Milwaukee, WI

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