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Trolley for Intera/NT MRI System

FDA device recall Z-1028-04 · posted 2004-07-20 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Philips Medical Systems Sales & Service Region No. America
Reason for recall
Patient and MRI tabletop may fall if the tabletop is not positioned correctly on the MRI trolley.
Action taken
The firm sent a letter via certified mail to all customers on May 13, 2004 instructing their customers to check the position of the tabletop to ensure it is correctly aligned on the trolley. The firm is implementing a design modification beginning May 13, 2004. A field service engineer will contact the customers to arrange for installation of the retrofit for the trolley.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
LNH
Quantity affected
57 devices
Distribution
Product was distributed to hospitals and medical centers nationwide.
Date initiated
2004-05-13
Date posted
2004-07-20
Date terminated
2005-04-08
Location
Bothell, WA

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