Philips recalls Achieva 3.0T MRI scanners with MR Elastography (MRE) due to potential stiffness value errors from specific image reconstruction settings. Affected units have model number 781278.
The potential for stiffness value errors when a specific range of image reconstruction parameters is used in combination with Resoundant's algorithm, leading to the reconstruction voxel size settings in the default MRE scan protocol displaying too small.
Philips is recalling certain Achieva 3.0T MRI scanners with MR Elastography (MRE) because specific image reconstruction settings can cause stiffness value errors. This may lead to inaccurate medical imaging results if used without correction.
The scanner's image reconstruction settings, when combined with Resoundant's algorithm, can cause the reconstructed voxel size to be too small. This leads to stiffness value errors in the MRE scan, potentially causing inaccurate medical imaging results.
Healthcare facilities using Philips Achieva 3.0T MRI scanners with model number 781278 are most at risk. Patients receiving scans on these specific units could experience inaccurate results.
Check for model number 781278 on the scanner. Affected units also have a unique identifier (UDI) starting with (01)00884838004139(21)38103 and serial number 38103.
Verify the model number on your Philips Achieva 3.0T MRI scanner. Affected units have model number 781278.
Philips recalls these scanners because specific image reconstruction settings can cause stiffness value errors in the MRE scan, potentially leading to inaccurate medical imaging results.
Check the model number on your scanner. If it's 781278, contact Philips for further instructions.
The recall addresses potential inaccuracies in medical imaging, not physical injury risks. This is a low-risk issue requiring correction of settings.
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Subject: Recall Z-1953-2026 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-1953-2026 from Philips. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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