BEUDAMED
    FDA Recall Terminated

    GE Proteus XR/a Radiographic System. GE Medical Systems-Americas Milwaukee, WI. Model Number: 2259988. Product is indicated for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy in all general-purpose diagnostic procedures. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.

    Recall: Z-1790-2012 · Initiated May 31, 2006

    Recall

    Recall Number
    Z-1790-2012
    Event Number
    37654
    Firm
    General Electric Med Systems LLC
    FEI Number
    2126677
    Product Code
    KPR
    Status
    Terminated
    Root Cause
    Device Design
    Initiated
    May 31, 2006
    Posted
    June 8, 2012
    Terminated
    July 31, 2012
    Address
    3000 N Grandview Blvd, Waukesha, WI, 53188-1615

    Description

    GE Proteus XR/a Radiographic System. GE Medical Systems-Americas Milwaukee, WI. Model Number: 2259988. Product is indicated for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy in all general-purpose diagnostic procedures. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.

    Reason

    An incident was reported that an operator's finger was pinched between the fixed roller and the gliding tabletop of a Proteus XR/a Table while moving the tabletop with the thumb placed over its edge and fingers underneath

    Action

    GE Healthcare sent an "URGENT SAFETY INFORMATION" letter dated May 31, 2006 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter included new operator instructions and warning labels.

    Distribution

    Worldwide Distribution.

    Quantity

    3,796 units