PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

The device is an X-ray system that is capable of radiographic and fluoroscopic studies and is used in an interventional setting. The system consists of a C-arm which is equipped with an X-ray tube, beam limiter and X-ray receptor, X-ray controller, computers with system and processing software, and a patient radiographic table.

Reported: February 28, 2024 Initiated: November 15, 2023 #Z-1154-2024

Product Description

The device is an X-ray system that is capable of radiographic and fluoroscopic studies and is used in an interventional setting. The system consists of a C-arm which is equipped with an X-ray tube, beam limiter and X-ray receptor, X-ray controller, computers with system and processing software, and a patient radiographic table.

Reason for Recall

VAREX changed the manufacturing of the internal board, and the detectors displayed abnormal images. Internal board of the X-ray flat panel detector may display abnormal images, such as horizontal stripes, which may lead to the inability to complete an ongoing exam, or the patient may need to be examined with another x-ray system.

Details

Units Affected
1
Distribution
US: CA, LA
Location
Tustin, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The device is an X-ray system that is capable of radiographic and fluoroscopic studies and is used in an interventional setting. The system consists of a C-arm which is equipped with an X-ray tube, beam limiter and X-ray receptor, X-ray controller, computers with system and processing software, and a patient radiographic table.. Recalled by Canon Medical System, USA, INC.. Units affected: 1.
Why was this product recalled?
VAREX changed the manufacturing of the internal board, and the detectors displayed abnormal images. Internal board of the X-ray flat panel detector may display abnormal images, such as horizontal stripes, which may lead to the inability to complete an ongoing exam, or the patient may need to be examined with another x-ray system.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 28, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1154-2024.