Philips recalls Intera 1.5T R11 MRI scanners with model 781170 due to potential sharp edges from adhesive failure that could cause skin injuries during scans. Affected units may require repair or replacement.
The Quadrature Body Coil (QBC) seal adhesive may fail, creating sharp edges that may come in contact with patients. If the QBC seal becomes loose during the scanning process, the risk to the patient may include skin abrasions, bruises, lacerations, hair loss/entanglement, and tissue injury.
Philips is recalling Intera 1.5T R11 MRI scanners with model number 781170 because the QBC seal adhesive might fail, creating sharp edges that could cause skin injuries like cuts or bruises during scans. This is a safety risk for patients undergoing MRI procedures.
The QBC seal adhesive in the MRI scanner may fail during scans, creating sharp edges that can contact patients. This could lead to skin abrasions, bruises, lacerations, hair loss, entanglement, or tissue injury if the seal becomes loose.
Patients undergoing MRI scans with the recalled Intera 1.5T R11 model 781170 scanners are at risk. Healthcare facilities using this specific model are most affected.
Check for the model number 781170 on the scanner. The recall covers all units with this specific model number sold by Philips Medical Systems Netherlands B.V.
Identify the model number on your Intera 1.5T R11 scanner; the affected model is 781170.
Reach out to Philips Medical Systems Netherlands B.V. for guidance on next steps.
Yes, the QBC seal adhesive may fail during scans, creating sharp edges that could cause skin injuries like cuts or bruises.
Check for the model number 781170 on your Intera 1.5T R11 scanner.
Contact Philips Medical Systems Netherlands B.V. for instructions on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1779-2025 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-1779-2025 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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