Siemens recalls Artis Q biplane x-ray systems with specific serial numbers due to potential reduced image quality from C-arm vibration issues. Affected units may require repair to prevent diagnostic errors.
Vibrations of the C-arm of the plane B may result in reduced image quality caused by the screw connection to the C-arm in the ceiling support
Siemens is recalling Artis Q biplane angiographic x-ray systems with certain serial numbers because vibrations in the C-arm could cause reduced image quality. This might lead to inaccurate medical diagnoses during procedures.
The C-arm's screw connection to the ceiling support can vibrate, causing reduced image quality during x-ray procedures. This may lead to inaccurate medical diagnoses if the system is used without repair.
Medical facilities using the Artis Q biplane with the listed serial numbers are most at risk. Patients undergoing angiography procedures may be affected if the system is used without repair.
Check if your Artis Q biplane has a serial number listed in the provided range (e.g., 121336, 121368, etc.). The system is used for angiography procedures in medical facilities.
Verify if your Artis Q biplane has a serial number from the list provided in the recall notice.
The C-arm's screw connection to the ceiling support can vibrate, causing reduced image quality during x-ray procedures.
Check if your Artis Q biplane has a serial number from the list provided in the recall notice. If affected, contact Siemens for repair.
The recall addresses potential reduced image quality, not direct injury risks. The hazard does not involve physical harm.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Siemens to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0458-2019 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-0458-2019 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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