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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Artis Q, and Artis Q.zen ceiling systems; model numbers: 10848281; 10848354: The Artis family is 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.

Reported: January 21, 2015 Initiated: December 3, 2014 #Z-0972-2015

Product Description

Artis Q, and Artis Q.zen ceiling systems; model numbers: 10848281; 10848354: The Artis family is 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

Suboptimal routing of the cable may result in increased wear over time. Without additional measures, damage of a cable may result in limited functionality and in rare cases, failure of a system. An ongoing procedure could be terminated in rare cases.

Details

Units Affected
50
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution
Location
Malvern, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Artis Q, and Artis Q.zen ceiling systems; model numbers: 10848281; 10848354: The Artis family is 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.. Recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. Units affected: 50.
Why was this product recalled?
Suboptimal routing of the cable may result in increased wear over time. Without additional measures, damage of a cable may result in limited functionality and in rare cases, failure of a system. An ongoing procedure could be terminated in rare cases.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 21, 2015. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0972-2015.