Recall Z-1043-2011

GE Healthcare, LLC · initiated July 20, 2010

Terminated

Product

GE SENOGRAPHE ESSENTIAL FULL FIELD MAMMOGRAPHY SYSTEM ( SENO ESSENTIAL) The expected usage of this product is for the same clinical applications as traditional mammographic film/screen systems. It generates mammographic images which can be used for screening and diagnosis of breast cancer.

Codes / lots: All associated serial numbers.

Reason for recall

It was noticed that 3 units received in Japan were missing the rating plate on the X-ray tube cover. There is a potential that other X-ray tube covers are missing the rating plate.

FDA-determined cause: Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act

Action taken

An Important Electronic Product Radiation Warning letter was issued to customers identifying the affected product and describing the defect along with the related hazards. The letter states that there are no actions that are required to be taken on the part of the customer. A GE Healthcare Service Representative will apply the missing rating as necessary and free of charge. Questions or concerns regarding the letter should be directed to 1-800-437-1171 in the US.

Details

Recall number
Z-1043-2011
Initiated
July 20, 2010
Posted by FDA
March 17, 2011
Terminated
May 16, 2012
Product code
MUE – Full Field Digital, System, X-Ray, Mammographic
Quantity
112 total
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution
Recalling firm
GE Healthcare, LLC, Waukesha, WI

Official FDA recall record

Other products in the same recall event

RecallProductInitiated
Z-1044-2011 GE SENOGRAPHE DS FULL FIELD MAMMOGRAPHY SYSTEM MAMMOGRAPHIC FILM / SCREEN SYSTEMIt was noticed that 3 units received in Japan were missing the rating plate on the X-ray tube cover. There… 07/20/2010Terminated