Philips recalls BrightView gamma camera systems with specific model numbers due to risk of detector falling, potentially causing injury to patient's lower limbs.
Detector may unexpectedly fall due to a component failure. If the detector is positioned below center of gantry, there is a potential for abrasion, contusion, laceration, and/or fracture to the patient's lower limbs, as well as an interruption to normal system operation. If detector is positioned above center of gantry, there may be an interruption to normal system operation.
Philips is recalling BrightView gamma camera systems with certain model numbers because a component failure may cause the detector to fall unexpectedly. If the detector falls below the center of the gantry, it could injure the patient's lower limbs. This recall affects medical facilities using these systems.
The detector may fall unexpectedly due to a component failure. If positioned below the center of the gantry, it could cause abrasions, contusions, lacerations, or fractures to the patient's lower limbs. If positioned above the center, it may disrupt system operation.
Medical facilities that own or use BrightView gamma camera systems with the listed model numbers are most at risk. Patients undergoing scans with these systems could be affected if the detector falls.
Check for model numbers: 6-digit format 882480, 12-digit formats 453560279781, 453560279791, 453560279811, 453560279801, or 4x4 digit formats 2170-3000A through 2170-3003A. All serial numbers are affected.
Identify your BrightView gamma camera's model number to confirm if it is affected by this recall.
The detector may unexpectedly fall due to a component failure, potentially causing injury to the patient's lower limbs if positioned below the center of the gantry.
Model numbers include 6-digit format 882480, 12-digit formats 453560279781, 453560279791, 453560279811, 453560279801, and 4x4 digit formats 2170-3000A through 2170-3003A.
The recall record does not specify a remedy.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0929-2024 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-0929-2024 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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