GE OEC recalls OEC Flexiview 8800 systems with 9-inch image intensifiers that may detach during movement, risking fractures and bruising. Affected units have specific serial numbers.
Image intensifiers on systems, used to provide fluoroscopic/digital spot images can become detached if the systems encounter a large impact force when moved, which may result in the image intensifier falling, which could lead to injuries such as fractures, hematoma, contusion, bruise, pain.
GE OEC is recalling OEC Flexiview 8800 systems with 9-inch image intensifiers because they can detach if the system is moved hard, potentially causing injuries like fractures or bruising. This is a safety risk for medical staff using the equipment.
The image intensifier can become detached if the system experiences a large impact force during movement. This detachment might cause the image intensifier to fall, leading to injuries such as fractures, bruising, or pain.
Medical professionals who use the OEC Flexiview 8800 systems with 9-inch image intensifiers are most at risk. Patients receiving procedures with these systems could also be affected.
Check if your OEC Flexiview 8800 system has a 9-inch image intensifier. Affected units include specific serial numbers: 3228PU4 and 6936PU9.
Look for serial numbers 3228PU4 or 6936PU9 on the system.
The 9-inch image intensifier can detach if the system is moved hard, potentially causing injuries like fractures or bruising.
Check if your OEC Flexiview 8800 system has serial numbers 3228PU4 or 6936PU9.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact GE OEC for further instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send GE OEC to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2275-2023 — GE OEC GE OEC Hello, I own a GE OEC that is covered by recall Z-2275-2023 from GE OEC. 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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