FDA Recall Terminated

Mutlidiagnost-Eleva with Flat Detector Eleva with Flat Detector 708037 As a multifunctional universal imaging application system, General RJF, Fluoroscopy, Radiography and Angiography can be Performed along with more specialized interventional applications on human patients.

Recall: Z-1607-2018 · Initiated March 26, 2018

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1607-2018
Event Number
79783
Firm
Philips Medical Systems Nederlands Veenpluis 4-6 Best Netherlands
FEI Number
3002807880
Product Code
KPR
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Initiated
March 26, 2018
Posted
May 3, 2018
Terminated
June 12, 2020

Description

Mutlidiagnost-Eleva with Flat Detector Eleva with Flat Detector 708037 As a multifunctional universal imaging application system, General RJF, Fluoroscopy, Radiography and Angiography can be Performed along with more specialized interventional applications on human patients.

Reason

The fixation of the upper and lower tilt actuator, of the MD-Eleva system might break off and the table will start to rotate from 0 to + 90 I- 90 degree with high speed. This rotating movement cannot be stopped by the user.

Action

The firm, BU IGT Systems, sent an "URGENT- Field Safety Notice" letter dated 3/23/2018 to its customers. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to stop using the system and call your Philips representative if the following situations occurs: -the table height or tilt movement is not working. - you notice a cracking or snapping sound during system operation. - you experience a blockade in the table height or tilt movement during system movements. -the system is having an unexpected collision or the system had an unexpected collision in the past 2 months. - you have used a CPR stand that obstructed the system, or - you notice any (other) unusual system behavior beyond the normal use of the system. The customers should also avoid collisions with the table and base stand of the system by ensuring that no obstacles are placed around the system. In addition, ensure that all staff with access to the affected systems are informed of the content of this Field Safety Notice. The firm stated: -All possibly affected products in the field will be corrected by means of a field change order free of charge. -A firm representative will replace affected material on the upper and lower tilt actuator in the affected systems. -You will be contacted by our local Philips representative to schedule this corrective action. -This action will start effective April 2018. If you need any further information or support concerning this issue, please contact your local Philips representative: Technical Support Line: 1-800-722- 9377, 8am to 8pm (EST) Monday thru Friday.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution: US (Nationwide) and countries of: Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Estonia, Farce Islands, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jersey, Jordan, Korea, Republic of, Latvia, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Martinique Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Syrian Arab Republic, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and United Kingdom.

Quantity

199