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Device product

Philips Healthcare Computed Tomography X-Ray System. These devices are whole-body computed tomography (CT) x-ray systems or sub-systems, each with a continuously rotating x-ray tube and multi-row detectors enclosed by a gantry. X-ray transmission data acquired and taken at different angles can be reconstructed into cross-sectional images. Each device also includes signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, components, and accessories.

Z-1003-2013

April 05, 2010

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Philips Healthcare Inc.
Event
Event 64708
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
2089 US 4036 ROW
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-1003-2013

Official wording

Reason: Philips Healthcare discovered the customer was performing CTDI measurements for facility accreditation and received results that were 15 to 25% higher than Philips protocol parameters stated.

Code information: Gemini Dual, Gemini 16 Power, Gemini GXL, Gemini LXL, Gemini TF 16, Gemini TF Base/Ready, Gemini TF 64, Gemini TF Big Bore, Precedence SPECT/CT, Brilliance CT (6, 10,16, 16P, 40, 64, and Big Bore), Brilliance iCT, Brilliance iCT SP

Distribution pattern: Worldwide Distribution including USA (nationwide)

Derived failure modes

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    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Philips Healthcare discovered the customer was performing CTDI measurements for facility accreditation and received results that were 15 to 25% higher than Philips protocol parameters stated.