Siemens SOMATOM Perspective 16: Potential Radiation Exposure Risk

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What happened, in plain English

Siemens is recalling specific models of its SOMATOM Perspective 16 CT scanners because a software issue could lead to unnecessary radiation exposure during medical imaging. This recall affects patients and healthcare providers who use these scanners.

Why it’s dangerous

The software issue in the scanner could cause it to deliver unnecessary radiation exposure during medical imaging procedures. This risk is related to the scanner's internal software configuration rather than physical damage.

Who’s affected

Patients and healthcare providers using the recalled SOMATOM Perspective 16 CT scanners with specific serial numbers are affected. Medical facilities that use these scanners are most at risk.

How to tell if you have this one

Check the serial number on the scanner's label. Affected units have serial numbers starting with 87522 through 87600 as listed in the recall notice.

Brand
Siemens
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

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Look for the serial number on the scanner's label to confirm if it is affected.

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Questions people ask

Why is this scanner being recalled?

The recall is due to a software issue that may cause unnecessary radiation exposure during medical imaging procedures.

How can I check if my scanner is affected?

Check the serial number on the scanner's label. Affected units have serial numbers starting with 87522 through 87600 as listed in the recall notice.

What should I do if my scanner is affected?

The recall notice does not specify a remedy, so contact Siemens directly for further instructions.

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Subject: Recall Z-2475-2018 — Siemens Siemens

Hello,

I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-2475-2018 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-2475-2018 (February 1, 2018) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-2475-2018 to see it in context.
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