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SKYLight Gamma Camera Gearbox brake, a component of the SKYLight Gamma Cameras 3/8" SPECT, Model number 4535 600 66661;

FDA device recall Z-0398-2011 · posted 2010-11-17 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Philips Medical Systems
Reason for recall
Detector arm assembly may slide to hardware limit, potentially causing impact.
Action taken
Firm will notify consignees via Urgent - Medical Device Correction, dated Nov 3, 2010, via FedEx. The letter identified the affected product, described the problem, the hazard involved, how to identify affected products, actions to be taken, and actions planned by Philips. Customers are to contact their Field Safety Engineer immediately to schedule an inspection of their system. If customers suspect that the identified problem has occurred with their device, they should immediately stop using the system until Philips has confirmed it as safe to use. If customers need further information concerning this issue, they are to contact their local Philips representative.
Root cause
Component change control
Status
Terminated
Product code
KPS
Quantity affected
24 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- USA and the Netherlands.
Date initiated
2010-10-15
Date posted
2010-11-17
Date terminated
2012-03-21
Location
San Jose, CA

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