Philips recalls BrightView X gamma cameras for SPECT due to risk of detector falling, potentially causing injury to patient's lower limbs. Affected models include 6-digit serial numbers starting with 882478 and 12-digit numbers 453560824741 and 453560829261.
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 X gamma cameras for SPECT because a component failure could cause the detector to fall unexpectedly. If the detector falls below the center of the gantry, it may injure the patient's legs or cause system failure. This recall affects specific model numbers.
The detector may fall due to a component failure. If it falls below the center of the gantry, it can cause injuries like cuts, bruises, or fractures to the patient's legs. If it falls above the center, the system may stop working but not cause injury.
Healthcare facilities using Philips BrightView X gamma cameras for SPECT scans are most at risk. Patients undergoing scans with these cameras could be injured if the detector falls.
Check for 6-digit serial numbers starting with 882478 or 12-digit numbers 453560824741 and 453560829261. All units of this model are affected, but no unique identifiers are available.
Identify the serial number on your BrightView X gamma camera for SPECT. Affected models have 6-digit numbers starting with 882478 or 12-digit numbers 453560824741 and 453560829261.
The detector may unexpectedly fall due to a component failure, potentially causing injury to the patient's legs or system failure.
Check the serial number to see if it's affected. If it is, contact Philips for guidance on next steps.
Yes, if the detector falls below the center of the gantry, it could cause cuts, bruises, or fractures to the patient's legs.
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Subject: Recall Z-0930-2024 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-0930-2024 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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