Siemens recalls ARTIS Pheno fluoroscopy systems with model numbers 10849000 and others due to potential c-arm drop of up to 40mm during specific rotation settings.
During manual LAO/RAO rotation at maximum speed or a combination of LAO/RAO and Cran/Caud rotation at maximum speed, the possibility exists for the safety monitoring within the system control to become activated. As a result, the C-arm stops the rotation and can drop up to 40 mm (1.6 ).
Siemens is recalling certain ARTIS Pheno fluoroscopy systems because they can drop up to 40mm (1.6 inches) when rotated at high speeds during specific imaging procedures. This could cause injury if the system drops on a patient or staff member.
When the system is manually rotated at maximum speed or combined with cranial-caudal rotation, the safety mechanism may activate. This causes the C-arm to stop rotating and drop up to 40mm (1.6 inches), potentially causing injury to patients or staff.
Healthcare facilities using the recalled ARTIS Pheno systems are most at risk during procedures requiring rapid rotation. Patients and staff could be injured if the C-arm drops during high-speed imaging.
Check for model numbers listed in the recall: 10849000 and others ending with 1640xx (e.g., 164033, 164071). These systems were sold in the U.S. between 2019 and 2022.
Look for model numbers on the system's label or documentation. The recalled models include 10849000 and others ending with 1640xx.
If you are using the system, avoid manual LAO/RAO rotation at maximum speed or combining with cranial-caudal rotation until the recall is resolved.
The recall includes model numbers 10849000 and others ending with 1640xx (e.g., 164033, 164071).
The C-arm can drop up to 40mm (1.6 inches) during high-speed rotation, potentially injuring patients or staff.
The recall does not specify a fix; users should avoid high-speed rotation until the manufacturer provides a solution.
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Subject: Recall Z-2524-2018 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-2524-2018 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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