GE Medical Systems recalls SIGNA Explorer MRI systems with software versions SV25.5, SV25.6, SV29.2, MR30.0, MR30.1. These versions may cause overheating of MR conditional implants when scanning in Low SAR Mode with specific imaging sequences.
GE HealthCare has become aware that for certain MR systems, the system predicted B1+RMS value can exceed the B1+RMS user prescribed limit when scanning in Low SAR Mode and the following two conditions are met: 1. 2D FSE T2 FLAIR OR T2 FLAIR Propeller imaging sequence is selected, AND 2. the Optimized T2 FLAIR sequence option is turned off OR not included in the MR configuration. If this occurs, it can result in overheating of an MR conditional implant.
GE Medical Systems is recalling SIGNA Explorer MRI systems with certain software versions (SV25.5, SV25.6, SV29.2, MR30.0, MR30.1) because they can cause overheating of MR conditional implants when scanning in Low SAR Mode with specific imaging sequences. This risk occurs under specific conditions that may not be obvious to users.
The system can predict a B1+RMS value that exceeds the user's prescribed limit when scanning in Low SAR Mode. This happens if 2D FSE T2 FLAIR or T2 FLAIR Propeller imaging sequences are selected and the Optimized T2 FLAIR sequence option is turned off or not included in the MR configuration. If this occurs, it can cause overheating of MR conditional implants.
Users of SIGNA Explorer MRI systems with software versions SV25.5, SV25.6, SV29.2, MR30.0, or MR30.1 are affected. Patients with MR conditional implants are at higher risk if they undergo scans under the described conditions.
Check if your SIGNA Explorer MRI has software versions SV25.5, SV25.6, SV29.2, MR30.0, or MR30.1. The system ID numbers listed in the recall include specific combinations of model numbers and serial codes.
Identify your MRI's software version by checking the system ID or software version numbers listed in the recall.
If your system is affected, contact your MRI provider to discuss potential risks and necessary actions.
Software versions SV25.5, SV25.6, SV29.2, MR30.0, and MR30.1 are affected.
Overheating of MR conditional implants could occur if specific imaging sequences are used in Low SAR Mode with the Optimized T2 FLAIR sequence option turned off or not included in the MR configuration.
Check your system ID against the list of affected model numbers and serial codes provided in the recall.
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Subject: Recall Z-2473-2024 — GE GE Hello, I own a GE that is covered by recall Z-2473-2024 from GE. 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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