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Computed Tomography Systems recallZ-0242-2022 · GE Healthcare, LLC · initiated Jun 30, 2021

Class II Open, Classified All recalls posted in November 2021

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from GE Healthcare, LLC or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean

Why it was recalled

The accumulated dose is incorrectly displayed in certain situations. Thisoccurs during an interventional exam using the SmartStep option if the table height is adjusted after the exam starts. In this situation, the SmartStep display will show a value that is higher (up to 100 times) than the actual dose delivered.

FDA root cause category: Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act

What the company is doing

GE sent an Important Electronic Product Radiation Warning Notification letter dated October 4, 2021 to customers, The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were informed that GE Healthcare will, without charge, remedy the defect or bring the product into compliance with each applicable Federal standard in accordance with a plan to be approved by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, the details of which will be included in a subsequent communication to you or through a GE Healthcare field engineer site visit. For questions contact GE Healthcare Service at 1-800-437-1171 or your local Service Representative.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0242-2022
Recall class
Class II
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated by the company
Jun 30, 2021
Posted by the FDA
Nov 24, 2021
Recalling firm
GE Healthcare, LLC
Quantity
105 in total
Product code
JAK
FDA submissions
K133705, K163213, K191777
Distribution
Worldwide and US Nationwide Distribution

Product description

Computed Tomography Systems Revolution CT, Revolution CT ES, Revolution Apex, Revolution CT with Apex edition

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Revolution CT,  Revolution CT ES,  Revolution Apex,  Revolution CT with Apex edition

Other devices under the same FDA submission

5 devices cleared under K133705, K163213, K191777 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

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