FDA Recall Terminated

Allura FD 10 FC, X-Ray System, angiographic - a monoplane, digital Allura FD (flat detector) with a 10' Image Intensifier (II).

Recall: Z-0368-2007 · Initiated December 14, 2006

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0368-2007
Event Number
37012
Firm
Philips Medical Systems North America Co. Phillips
FEI Number
1000524572
Product Code
IZI
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Other
Initiated
December 14, 2006
Posted
January 25, 2007
Terminated
October 14, 2011
Address
22100 Bothell Everett Hwy, Bothell, WA, 98021-8431

Description

Allura FD 10 FC, X-Ray System, angiographic - a monoplane, digital Allura FD (flat detector) with a 10' Image Intensifier (II).

Reason

Movement of the AD5 table or Lateral C-arm (LARC). The table and/or LARC will not move upon request, will move slowly when movement is requested or will not stop moving when requested.

Action

On 12/14/05 and 12/20/06 the firm issued a letter dated 12/12/06 to their customers. The letter explains the problem and states that the firm will be performing mandatory upgrades to correct the situation. Consignees will be contacted to arrange for service.

Distribution

Units were distributed to hospitals and medical centers nationwide.

Quantity

140 devices total