Philips Healthcare Practix Convenio Mobile X-ray system Worldwide Distribution -- Nationwide

FDA Recall #Z-1538-2012 — Class II — October 19, 2011

Recall #Z-1538-2012 Date: October 19, 2011 Classification: Class II Status: Terminated

Product Description

Philips Healthcare Practix Convenio Mobile X-ray system Worldwide Distribution -- Nationwide

Reason for Recall

When the system is switched off or when the tube arm is parked in the down position (X-ray generator switch off), a radiation pulse (50 kV, 2.5 pGy) is generated inadvertently. .When the system is switched off or when the tube arm is parked in the down position (X-ray generator switch off), a radiation pulse (50 kV, 2.5 pGy) is generated inadvertently. The failure happened when component supplie

Recalling Firm

Philips Healthcare Inc. — Andover, MA

Classification

Class II — May cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Product Type

Devices

Product Quantity

11 - US

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution

Status

Terminated

Voluntary / Mandated

Voluntary: Firm initiated