Siemens recalls ACUSON Redwood 2.0 ultrasound systems with software version VA20. Using an 18L6 transducer from a 1.0 system with a 2.0 system may cause underestimated measurements in Dual view, risking misdiagnosis.
If a user-generated preset for an 18L6 transducer created on a 1.0 ultrasound system is used with a 2.0 ultrasound system, the 2.0 ultrasound system will display underestimated measurement results when using an 18L6 transducer and viewing in the Dual format visualization function, which may lead to misdiagnosis of a patient's condition or influence patient management decisions in a negative way.
Siemens is recalling ACUSON Redwood 2.0 ultrasound systems with software version VA20. Using an 18L6 transducer created on a 1.0 system with a 2.0 system can cause the device to show underestimated measurements in Dual view mode, potentially leading to misdiagnosis.
The hazard occurs when an 18L6 transducer preset created on a 1.0 ultrasound system is used with a 2.0 system in Dual visualization mode. This causes the 2.0 system to display underestimated measurements, which could lead to misdiagnosis or incorrect patient management decisions.
Healthcare providers using Siemens ACUSON Redwood 2.0 ultrasound systems with software version VA20 are most at risk if they use an 18L6 transducer from a 1.0 system with a 2.0 system.
Check for ACUSON Redwood 2.0 ultrasound systems with software version prefix VA20. The UDI-DI number is 04056869251264.
Verify the software version prefix on your ACUSON Redwood 2.0 system; it should be VA20.
The recall is happening because using an 18L6 transducer preset from a 1.0 system with a 2.0 system can cause the device to display underestimated measurements in Dual view mode, potentially leading to misdiagnosis.
The official notice does not specify a remedy, so you should check the software version and contact Siemens if you have concerns.
Check for ACUSON Redwood 2.0 ultrasound systems with software version prefix VA20 and UDI-DI number 04056869251264.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Siemens to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2582-2023 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-2582-2023 from Siemens. 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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