FDA Recall Terminated

EOS, Digital radiography system used in general radiographic examinations.

Recall: Z-1460-2015 · Initiated February 17, 2015

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1460-2015
Event Number
70732
Firm
Eos Imaging Inc
FEI Number
3008632827
Product Code
MQB
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act
Initiated
February 17, 2015
Posted
May 5, 2015
Terminated
May 31, 2017
Address
185 Alewife Brook Pkwy, Ste 410, Cambridge, MA, 02138-1104

Description

EOS, Digital radiography system used in general radiographic examinations.

Reason

When performing calibration, an alert message on the spectral filtration of the X-ray beam may be suppressed. Improper filtration of the X-ray Beam can then occur in exams set up with copper filtration.

Action

Planned Action of EOS Imaging Inc.: 1. Install a new acquisition software version, which will prevent use of the system when improper filter positioning is detected. 2. A customer notification letter which includes a statement that EOS Imaging will without charge, remedy the defect or bring the product into compliance. CDRH approves the CAP subject to the following CDRH approves the CAP subject to the following conditions: 1. Provide documentation to show that all filter positioning subassemblies have been replaced, which you state was implemented to prevent improper filter positioning. 2. Notification of all dealers and purchasers is to be made within 15 working days of receipt of this letter in the manner specified in 21 CFR 1003.21 and 1003.22. This office and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) district office coordinator noted below are to be included in the notification. 3. EOS Imaging will implement this CAP by September 1, 2015. For further questions call (678) 564-5400.

Distribution

US Distribution to the states of: CA, DE, PA, MN, FL, MO, OH, IN and IL.

Quantity

13 units installed in US