Hitachi Medical recalls Oasis MRI systems with exposed stainless steel belt that can cause finger cuts during use. Affected models M001-M028, M030-M108, M110-M266, M951, M9:152. Stop using immediately to prevent finger injuries.
The stainless steel belt which runs the length of the table underneath the tabletop is exposed when the tabletop is extended into the magnet for scanning. The firm has received two complaints where technologists have cut their fingers on this belt.
Hitachi Medical recalls Oasis MRI systems where the stainless steel belt under the table can cause finger cuts when extended for scans. This hazard has led to two reported finger injuries from technologists cutting themselves on the belt.
The stainless steel belt runs under the table and becomes exposed when the tabletop is extended for scanning. Technologists have reported cutting their fingers on this belt during routine use, indicating a direct risk of laceration.
Medical imaging technologists who use the Hitachi Oasis MRI systems with the affected model numbers are most at risk. Patients and staff using these systems may also be affected if the belt is exposed during scans.
Check if your Hitachi Oasis MRI system has model numbers M001 to M028, M030 to M108, M110 to M266, or M951, M952. The belt is exposed when the tabletop is extended for scanning.
The exposed stainless steel belt can cause finger cuts during scanning. Stop using the system until you can contact Hitachi for a fix.
Check if your system has model numbers M001 to M028, M030 to M108, M110 to M266, or M951, M952. The belt is exposed when the tabletop is extended for scanning.
The stainless steel belt runs under the table and becomes exposed when the tabletop is extended for scanning. Technologists have reported cutting their fingers on this belt during routine use.
Stop using the system immediately to prevent finger injuries. Contact Hitachi Medical Systems America Inc for instructions on how to fix the issue.
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Subject: Recall Z-2479-2018 — Hitachi Hitachi Hello, I own a Hitachi that is covered by recall Z-2479-2018 from Hitachi. 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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