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Artis Q/ Q zen systems; Artis Q/ Q zen systems are dedicated angiography systems developed for si...

FDA Device Recall #Z-1445-2015 — Class II — March 19, 2015

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-1445-2015
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated March 19, 2015
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Location Malvern, PA
Product Type Devices
Quantity 139

Product Description

Artis Q/ Q zen systems; Artis Q/ Q zen systems are dedicated angiography systems developed for single and biplane diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures including, but not limited to, pediatric and obese patients. Procedures that can be performed include cardiac angiography, neuro angiography, general angiography, rotational angiography, multipurpose angiography and whole body radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures.

Reason for Recall

potential issue with the Artis Q/ Q zen systems where it is possible that an electrical connection in the equipment cabinet has not been installed correctly. The potentially defective connection in the equipment cabinet will be inspected and, if necessary, corrected.

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide

Lot / Code Information

Model Number of device:10848280, 10848281, 10848282, 10848283, 10848353, 10848354, 10848355 with serial numbers: 109033 123026 121061 121089 121094 109080 109074 121006 121013 121040 109119 111005 109016 121062 109118 111002 121082 121011 121039 123008 109066 109067 109068 121053 121054 117001 117023 123003 123011 103030 109084 121014 121051 109011 109096 121004 117021 121018 121036 123013 123014 117029 117006 121012 121049 103013 109102 121078 109015 109009 121019 109057 121010 117034 109108 103008 109103 121081 109038 109040 109034 117020 105016 109029 121096 111003 123025 121015 109064 117018 117030 109058 121016 109050 109076 117026 123022 109007 103001 111000 109071 109072 109075 121020 109091 109090 109041 109039 109060 121047 123023 123024 117024 121088 109088 121027 103028 109092 109032 121009 121056 121057 109021 121034 121008 109048 109020 109036 109043 123027 109101 109104 109105 109107 121058 121085 109047 117040 109031 109027 109028 105017 109010 109093 121071 109069 117014 123010 117009 121023 123015 123016 121079 121041 109044 121037 121046 105007 121072

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact your physician immediately if you use an electrical device or implant affected by this recall. For external devices (monitors, pumps), stop using the device and contact the manufacturer for a replacement. For implanted devices (pacemakers, ICDs), your cardiologist will assess whether you need device replacement surgery — the decision depends on how dependent you are on the device and the actual failure rate observed in the field. Do not attempt to repair or modify a recalled electrical medical device yourself. Monitor for any new or unusual symptoms and report them to your doctor.

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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