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Terminated

SIGNA Pioneer MR Systems Product Usage: The SIGNA Pioneer is a whole body magnetic resonance scanner designed to support high resolution, high signal-to-noise ratio, and short scan times. It is indicated for use as a diagnostic imaging device to produce axial, sagittal, coronal, and oblique images, spectroscopic images, parametric maps, and/or spectra, dynamic images of the structures and/or functions of the entire body, including, but not limited to, head, neck, TMJ, spine, breast, heart, abdomen, pelvis, joints, prostate, blood vessels, and musculoskeletal regions of the body. Depending on the region of interest being imaged, contrast agents may be used. The images produced by the SIGNA Pioneer reflect the spatial distribution or molecular environment of nuclei exhibiting magnetic resonance. These images and/or spectra when interpreted by a trained physician yield information that may assist in diagnosis.

FDA Recall Z-1347-2016 · Posted None

Recalling FirmGE Medical Systems, LLC
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeLNH
Date Initiated2016-03-01
Date Terminated2016-08-16
Product Quantity16 (2 US; 14 OUS)

Reason for Recall

Ferrous material in the SIGNA Pioneer Table Control Box (TCB) could cause unexpected attraction to the MR system's high strength magnetic field during servicing activities. This could create a potential risk of serious injury to service personnel who attempt to inappropriately remove the TCB from the magnetic field. There have been no events reported as a result of this issue. Clinical scanni

Firm Action

Consignees were sent a GE Healthcare "Urgent Medical Device Correction" letter GEHC Ref# 68002 dated March 1, 2016. The letter was addressed to Hospital Administrators / Risk Managers, Radiology Department Managers, and Radiologists. The letter described the Safety Issue, Safety Instructions, Affected Product Details, Product Correction and Contact Information. For questions or concerns regarding this notification,contact GE Healthcare Service at 18004371171 or your local Service Representative.

Root Cause

Labeling Change Control

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of SC, NC and the countries of Australia, Canada, France. Germany, Japan and Turkey.

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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