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MR Surgical Suite Option Product The MR Surgical Option when integrated with the GE Signa¿ 3.0...

FDA Device Recall #Z-2527-2018 — Class II — March 30, 2018

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-2527-2018
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated March 30, 2018
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm GE Medical Systems, LLC
Location Waukesha, WI
Product Type Devices
Quantity 54 units total

Product Description

MR Surgical Suite Option Product The MR Surgical Option when integrated with the GE Signa¿ 3.0T or 1.5T magnetic resonance scanner (previously cleared K041476) can be used to produce head and whole body magnetic resonance images that are high resolution high signal-to-noise ratio, with short scan times. The Signa¿ Excite MR system with Surgical Option is indicated for use as a diagnostic imaging device to produce axial sagittal, coronal and oblique images, spectroscopic images, and/or spectra, dynamic images of the internal structures and organs of the entire body, including, but not limited to, head, neck, TMJ, spine, breast, heart, abdomen, pelvis, joints, prostate, blood vessels, and musculoskeletal regions of the body. The images produced by the Signa Excite system with Surgical Option reflect the spatial distribution of protons (hydrogen nuclei) exhibiting magnetic resonance. These images and/or spectra when interpreted by a trained physician yield information that may assist in diagnosis. The GE Signa Excite system with Surgical Option can provide MR images at various stages of a surgical procedure, and provides the capability to transfer a patient to the MR system table directly from a surgical table, or patient transport system. Images can be obtained using the MR scanner body coil, or local surface coils, and tile surface coils used with the integrated system may / can accommodate sterile draping for surgical procedures.

Reason for Recall

There is a potential safety issue with the table transfer release of the MR Surgical Suite System which may cause an unexpected loss of function of the patient transfer mechanism that allows the patient to be moved from the GE MR Surgical Table to the Maquet Magnus Surgical Table.

Distribution Pattern

US Nationwide distribution to AZ, CA, CO, FL, IL, KS, MI, MN, NY, OH, PA, TX, UT, VA, WI. Worldwide distribution to Austria, Brazil, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Korea, Kuwait, South Africa, Turkey, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom.

Lot / Code Information

Model Numbers M8074SS, M8053SS, M0074SS, M0001SS, 5265300-7, 5265300-8. Serial Number (System ID Number): 00000000000002 (602406IMR), 4295404 (4295404MR11), N/A (415UCBHMR3), N/A (720848MR4), 00000304124MR1 (904202MR8), N/A (309655IMRI), 4425007 (913588NMRW), 00000000UA0117 (616267IMRI), 00000000000003 (507284NMRV), 4311497 (MR229054), 4510086 (212636SIGNA3T), 00000000UA0116 (330344MR750W), UA0326 (614293MR9), N/A (614RMHTMR1), 4371613 (412692MR750W), N/A (214820ITABLE), 4250114 (409772MR6), 4550641 (4550641MR11), 4482037 (757388750WMR), 00000012228M63 (608263MR4IOR), 4356151 (414805IMR1), 00000299229MR5 (AH5824MR01), 00000012051M69 (AH5824SS01), 00000021158M61 (MRHM0885), 00000014131M67 (MRHM0323), 00000018480M64 (MR307144MR6), 4565719 (082427110075), 00000013254M68 (082445160014), 000000PTST0008 (082427040101), 000000PTST0007 (082427050024), 4596631 (082427310113), 4409769 (082427140133), 000000PTST0003 (CS1020MR01), DUMFMI60885001 (CS1006MR03), 00001309FMM07L (T4185506), 00000021695M62 (M4194477), 00000021695M62 (X41944020), 00000305145MR5 (UC2547MR01), 4320023 (083027822002316), 4508956 (A5381507), 00000010003M62 (EM0293), 00001219FMM0H1 (EM0105), 00000017217M61 (EM0105), 000000PTST0010 (YM3833), 00000000000004 (YM1733), 2937140 (0850270414), 4548529 (KW1008MR08), 000000PTST0006 (ZA2169MR01), 00001251FMM044 (34368MRS01), 4344097 (34418MRS01), 4605737 (N/A), 000000PTST0005 (10590MRS01), DUMFMI60885002 (10590MRS02), 4569734 (00132MRS01)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.

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