Philips recalls specific Vereos PET/CT systems (model 882446, serial 900004-900076) due to potential image labeling errors during cardiac scans. Affected units may require correction to prevent misdiagnosis.
In certain instances when performing a cardiac step and shoot acquisition with phase tolerance selected, images may be labeled as if phase tolerance had been applied when phase tolerance had not been applied
Philips is recalling certain Vereos PET/CT scanners (model 882446) that may label cardiac images incorrectly during specific scans. This could lead to misdiagnosis if the error isn't corrected.
During cardiac step-and-shoot acquisitions with phase tolerance selected, the system may incorrectly label images as if phase tolerance was applied when it wasn't. This could lead to misdiagnosis if the error isn't corrected.
Healthcare facilities using the recalled Vereos PET/CT systems (model 882446, serial numbers 900004-900076) are most affected. Patients undergoing cardiac scans with this equipment may face misdiagnosis risks.
Check for the model number 882446 on the system. Serial numbers range from 900004 to 900076. The system is a computed tomography x-ray scanner used in medical facilities.
Check the model number (882446) and serial number (900004-900076) on the system.
The system may label cardiac images incorrectly during specific scans, potentially leading to misdiagnosis if not corrected.
Check for model number 882446 and serial numbers between 900004 and 900076 on the system.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Philips Medical Systems for guidance.
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Subject: Recall Z-2194-2019 — Philips Medical Systems Philips Medical Systems Hello, I own a Philips Medical Systems that is covered by recall Z-2194-2019 from Philips Medical Systems. 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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