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Philips Easy Diagnost Eleva DRF, Software release 4.0 Fluoroscopic image-intensified Stationary X-Ray System.

FDA device recall Z-1283-2012 · posted 2012-03-23 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Philips Medical Systems Gmbh, DMC
Reason for recall
Underexposed image due to lag in switching between auxiliaries
Action taken
Philips Healthcare sent an "URGENT-MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION" letter dated February 27, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The firm provided a work around for customers to use until a software update can be installed. Customers should contact their local Philips representative for questions regarding this notice.
Root cause
Software design
Status
Terminated
Product code
JAA
Quantity affected
88 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA (nationwide) and the countries of Australia, Germany, Indonesia, Malaysia, Saudi-Arabia, Singapore, and Thailand.
Date initiated
2012-03-09
Date posted
2012-03-23
Date terminated
2013-05-23
Location
Hamburg, Germany

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