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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

The Symbia T Series consists of the T16, T6, T2, and T. The Symbia T integrates state-of-the-art SPECT and high quality spiral CT to provide precise attenuation correction and anatomical mapping. The system can also be used as a complete clinical SPECT system for general purpose, WB and SPECT applications. The Symbia T integrates state-of-the-art SPECT and high quality spiral CT to give the system SPECT functionality, with attenuation correction. The Symbia T2 integrates state-of-the-art SPE

Reported: October 8, 2014 Initiated: July 28, 2014 #Z-2712-2014

Product Description

The Symbia T Series consists of the T16, T6, T2, and T. The Symbia T integrates state-of-the-art SPECT and high quality spiral CT to provide precise attenuation correction and anatomical mapping. The system can also be used as a complete clinical SPECT system for general purpose, WB and SPECT applications. The Symbia T integrates state-of-the-art SPECT and high quality spiral CT to give the system SPECT functionality, with attenuation correction. The Symbia T2 integrates state-of-the-art SPECT and high quality dual slice spiral CT to give the system full functionality for all SPECT-only, SPECT-CT, or stand-alone CT diagnostic applications in Oncology, Neurology, and Cardiology. The Symbia T6 integrates state-of-the-art SPECT and high quality six slice spiral CT to give the system full functionality for all SPECT-only, SPECT-CT, or stand-alone CT diagnostic applications in Oncology, Neurology, and Cardiology. The Symbia T16 integrates state-of-the-art SPECT and high quality sixteen slice spiral CT to give the system full functionality for all SPECT-only, SPECT-CT, or stand-alone CT diagnostic applications in Oncology, Neurology, and Cardiology. For the Symbia T16/T6/T2, the ultra fast multi-slice spiral CT maximizes confidence in diagnostic stand-alone CT, as well as precise attenuation correction and anatomical mapping. Acquisitions can be performed with either the CT preceding the nuclear acquisition or vice versa. Indications for use: SPECT: To detect or image the distribution of radionuclides in the body or organ, using the following techniques: planar imaging, whole body imaging, tomographic imaging for isotopes with energies up to 588keV. CT: The CT component is intended to produce cross sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission data from either the same axial place taken at different angles or spiral planes taken at different angles. SPECT+CT: Perform CT scans and nuclear imaging studies within the same instrument. To obtain attenuation corrected images and to provide registration of anatomical and physiological images within the patient's anatomy.

Reason for Recall

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. is performing a field correction because we recently detected a rubber isolator with unfavorable aging properties. The function of the rubber isolator, which is situated within the rotate motor mounting assembly, may degrade over time and may impact motor support. The event does not pose a hazard by itself but could lead to a rupture of the drive belt which in t

Details

Units Affected
1039 systems
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA including AL, AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WAM WI, WY, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Internationally to Algeria, Argentina , Australia , Austria , Bangladesh , Belgium , Brazil , Bulgaria , Canada , Chile , China, Colombia , Croatia , Czech Republic , Denmark , Ecuador , Egypt , Finland , France , Germany , Hong Kong , Hungary , India , Indonesia , Iran , Ireland , Israel , Italy , Japan , Kazakhstan , Korea, Kuwait , Latvia , Libya , Lithuania , Malaysia , Mexico , Morocco , Myanmar , Netherlands , New Zealand , Norway , Oman , Pakistan , Peru , Philippines , Poland , Portugal , Qatar , Romania , Russia, Saudi Arabia , Singapore , Slovakia , Slovenia , South Africa , Spain , Sweden , Switzerland , Taiwan , Thailand , Tunisia , Turkey , United Arab Emirates , Ukraine , United Kingdom , Vietnam
Location
Hoffman Estates, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
The Symbia T Series consists of the T16, T6, T2, and T. The Symbia T integrates state-of-the-art SPECT and high quality spiral CT to provide precise attenuation correction and anatomical mapping. The system can also be used as a complete clinical SPECT system for general purpose, WB and SPECT applications. The Symbia T integrates state-of-the-art SPECT and high quality spiral CT to give the system SPECT functionality, with attenuation correction. The Symbia T2 integrates state-of-the-art SPECT and high quality dual slice spiral CT to give the system full functionality for all SPECT-only, SPECT-CT, or stand-alone CT diagnostic applications in Oncology, Neurology, and Cardiology. The Symbia T6 integrates state-of-the-art SPECT and high quality six slice spiral CT to give the system full functionality for all SPECT-only, SPECT-CT, or stand-alone CT diagnostic applications in Oncology, Neurology, and Cardiology. The Symbia T16 integrates state-of-the-art SPECT and high quality sixteen slice spiral CT to give the system full functionality for all SPECT-only, SPECT-CT, or stand-alone CT diagnostic applications in Oncology, Neurology, and Cardiology. For the Symbia T16/T6/T2, the ultra fast multi-slice spiral CT maximizes confidence in diagnostic stand-alone CT, as well as precise attenuation correction and anatomical mapping. Acquisitions can be performed with either the CT preceding the nuclear acquisition or vice versa. Indications for use: SPECT: To detect or image the distribution of radionuclides in the body or organ, using the following techniques: planar imaging, whole body imaging, tomographic imaging for isotopes with energies up to 588keV. CT: The CT component is intended to produce cross sectional images of the body by computer reconstruction of x-ray transmission data from either the same axial place taken at different angles or spiral planes taken at different angles. SPECT+CT: Perform CT scans and nuclear imaging studies within the same instrument. To obtain attenuation corrected images and to provide registration of anatomical and physiological images within the patient's anatomy.. Recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.. Units affected: 1039 systems.
Why was this product recalled?
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. is performing a field correction because we recently detected a rubber isolator with unfavorable aging properties. The function of the rubber isolator, which is situated within the rotate motor mounting assembly, may degrade over time and may impact motor support. The event does not pose a hazard by itself but could lead to a rupture of the drive belt which in t
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 8, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2712-2014.