Philips recalls Panorama 1.0T HFO MRI systems (model 781250/781350) due to helium gas buildup risks. If the system fails to contain helium, it could cause injury or death from chemical exposure, debris, or asphyxia.
Firm was informed of an event in which the structural integrity of the MR system components failed due to unintended excessive pressure buildup of helium gas during a magnet quench. If the system is unable to contain the pressured helium gas due to an unforeseen blockage in the system, risks to patients and/or operators that may lead to injury or death include chemical exposure (i.e. helium gas) that may expand to surrounding rooms, contusion caused by debris, and asphyxia.
Philips is recalling specific MRI systems that could fail to contain helium gas during operation, potentially causing injury or death. This is a serious safety issue requiring immediate attention.
The MRI system can develop unintended pressure buildup of helium gas during a magnet quench. If the system becomes blocked and cannot contain the gas, helium may expand into surrounding areas, causing injury or death through chemical exposure, debris, or asphyxia.
Healthcare facilities using Philips Panorama 1.0T HFO MRI systems with model numbers 781250 or 781350 are affected. Medical staff and patients using these systems face the highest risk.
Check for model numbers 781250 or 781350 on the system. These are Philips Panorama 1.0T HFO MRI systems sold for medical use.
Immediately cease using the MRI system if it has model numbers 781250 or 781350.
The system could fail to contain helium gas during a magnet quench, risking injury or death from chemical exposure, debris, or asphyxia.
Model numbers 781250 and 781350.
The recall record does not mention a remedy or fix.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Philips to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0505-2024 — Philips Philips Hello, I own a Philips that is covered by recall Z-0505-2024 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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