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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

SIGNA PET/MR, with affected software versions: MP24.0, MP26.0, MP26.1, MR30.0, MR30.1; Tomographic imager combining emission computed tomography with nuclear magnetic resonance

Reported: August 14, 2024 Initiated: June 14, 2024 #Z-2466-2024

Product Description

SIGNA PET/MR, with affected software versions: MP24.0, MP26.0, MP26.1, MR30.0, MR30.1; Tomographic imager combining emission computed tomography with nuclear magnetic resonance

Reason for Recall

GE HealthCare has become aware that for certain MR systems, the system predicted B1+RMS value can exceed the B1+RMS user prescribed limit when scanning in Low SAR Mode and the following two conditions are met: 1. 2D FSE T2 FLAIR OR T2 FLAIR Propeller imaging sequence is selected, AND 2. the Optimized T2 FLAIR sequence option is turned off OR not included in the MR configuration. If this occurs, it can result in overheating of an MR conditional implant.

Details

Recalling Firm
GE Medical Systems, LLC
Units Affected
123 units
Distribution
Worldwide distribution.
Location
Waukesha, WI

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
SIGNA PET/MR, with affected software versions: MP24.0, MP26.0, MP26.1, MR30.0, MR30.1; Tomographic imager combining emission computed tomography with nuclear magnetic resonance. Recalled by GE Medical Systems, LLC. Units affected: 123 units.
Why was this product recalled?
GE HealthCare has become aware that for certain MR systems, the system predicted B1+RMS value can exceed the B1+RMS user prescribed limit when scanning in Low SAR Mode and the following two conditions are met: 1. 2D FSE T2 FLAIR OR T2 FLAIR Propeller imaging sequence is selected, AND 2. the Optimized T2 FLAIR sequence option is turned off OR not included in the MR configuration. If this occurs, it can result in overheating of an MR conditional implant.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on August 14, 2024. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2466-2024.