FDA Recall Open, Classified

The Oncology Essentials Package of the Spectral CT imaging system.

Recall: Z-1756-2024 · Initiated March 29, 2024

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1756-2024
Event Number
94352
Firm
Philips North America Llc
FEI Number
3016618143
Product Code
JAK
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Under Investigation by firm
Initiated
March 29, 2024
Posted
May 2, 2024
Address
222 Jacobs St, Cambridge, MA, 02141-2289

Description

The Oncology Essentials Package of the Spectral CT imaging system.

Reason

Potential for third party oncology marking laser to be reflected off the gantry cover surface, which can potentially lead to misdiagnosis and subsequent incorrect treatment.

Action

An URGENT Medical Device Correction Letter, dated 3/27/24, was mailed to consignees to notify them of this recall. Consignees are instructed to identify if a third-party laser was installed on their system and if the laser line is reflected, duplicated, or thickened. If a third-party laser is installed, before treatment of a patient, reposition or re-image as necessary to verify proper placement of the localization laser marks. Systems may continue to be used in accordance with the intended use and provided use recommendations. Consignees are to complete and return the provided response form by email to [email protected]. The provided recall notification is to be disseminated to all users of affected systems. Philips will contact consignees to schedule a time for a Field Service Engineer to visit and install hardware to resolve the issue. Questions are to be directed to the Customer Care Solutions Center at 1-800-722-9377 from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide in the states of AZ, HI, MN, VT, WV and the countries of China, Macao, New Zealand, Portugal, Switzerland.

Quantity

12 units