Philips recalls Achieva 3.0TX MRI systems with potentially incorrectly installed patient support table floor plates. This could cause patient safety issues during procedures. Affected units have model number 781479.
Patient support table floor plate may be incorrectly installed.
Philips is recalling its Achieva 3.0TX PET/MRI systems because the patient support table floor plate might be installed incorrectly. This could lead to safety risks during medical procedures if the table isn't properly secured.
The patient support table floor plate may be incorrectly installed, which could cause the table to become unstable during medical procedures. This instability might lead to patient injury if the table shifts or moves unexpectedly.
Healthcare facilities using Philips Achieva 3.0TX MRI systems with model number 781479 are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures on these systems could face safety issues if the table isn't properly installed.
Check if your Philips Achieva 3.0TX MRI system has model number 781479. The system was sold with serial numbers starting from 43102.
Verify that the patient support table floor plate is installed correctly according to Philips guidelines.
The recall is for healthcare facilities using the system, not patients directly. Patients would be affected only if the system is used with an incorrectly installed table.
Check if your Philips Achieva 3.0TX MRI system has model number 781479 and serial numbers starting from 43102.
The recall does not specify a remedy for incorrect installation. Contact Philips for guidance on proper installation.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1555-2024 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-1555-2024 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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