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FDA device recall Z-1087-03 · posted 2003-08-07 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Reason for recall
software problem This error may cause the loss of peripheral image information when there is a difference between the dimensions of the image matrix and the display segment.
Action taken
The recalling firm issued three separate customer advisory letters dated 2/28/03, 03/01/03, and 4/14/03 to their customers explaining the problem and the preventive measure to avoid loss of information.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
LNH
Quantity affected
1374 units
Distribution
The product was shipped to distributors, medical facilities and Siemens training facilities nationwide.
Date initiated
2003-02-28
Date posted
2003-08-07
Date terminated
2004-12-23
Location
Malvern, PA

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Related 510(k) clearances

RecordFirmDate
SYNGO MR 2002B (K020991)Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.2002-06-13
MAGNETOM RHAPSODY SYSTEM (K003628)Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.2001-01-23