PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Artis Q and Q.zen model Interventional fluoroscopic x-ray system wireless foot switch accessory; Model Numbers: 4787797, 4787805, and 4787813.

Reported: March 7, 2018 Initiated: September 28, 2017 #Z-0709-2018

Product Description

Artis Q and Q.zen model Interventional fluoroscopic x-ray system wireless foot switch accessory; Model Numbers: 4787797, 4787805, and 4787813.

Reason for Recall

The possibility exists for the wireless foot switch to fail due to impacts by external factors, such as electrostatic discharge that exceed a certain intensity. If the foot switch fails, it will no longer be able to be used to release radiation. The hand switch provided can be used to release exposures; however, fluoroscopic examinations will not be possible.

Details

Units Affected
1557
Distribution
Distributed in XX states: Ak, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WV, WY, the District of Columbia, Guam, and Puerto Rico.
Location
Malvern, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Artis Q and Q.zen model Interventional fluoroscopic x-ray system wireless foot switch accessory; Model Numbers: 4787797, 4787805, and 4787813.. Recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Units affected: 1557.
Why was this product recalled?
The possibility exists for the wireless foot switch to fail due to impacts by external factors, such as electrostatic discharge that exceed a certain intensity. If the foot switch fails, it will no longer be able to be used to release radiation. The hand switch provided can be used to release exposures; however, fluoroscopic examinations will not be possible.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 7, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0709-2018.