Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc Brilliance CT Systems, 40 slice configuration. Computed tomography scanner. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Brilliance CT Systems, 40 slice configuration. Computed tomography scanner.
Brand
Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Model No. 728231. Version 2.2.1
Products Sold
Model No. 728231. Version 2.2.1
Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc is recalling Brilliance CT Systems, 40 slice configuration. Computed tomography scanner. due to Two potential artifacts may appear in some images from head scans on the Brilliance 40/64 systems. These artifacts may lead to misdiagnosis.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Two potential artifacts may appear in some images from head scans on the Brilliance 40/64 systems. These artifacts may lead to misdiagnosis.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Firm notified its customers via a Product Safety Notification letter dated May 25, 2007, warning the user of a possible appearance of artifacts which could lead to a misdiagnosis and improper treatment.
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