FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#27872

Product

Easy Access PACS System with software Release 5, 6.2, or 7.2

FDA product code
LLZSystem, Image Processing, Radiological
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Radiology
510(k) numbers
K983447
Affected lot / code info
To be provided

Why it was recalled

Potential display of an incorrect body part description on patient images.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Other

Action the firm took

On 2/13/02 the firm issued a letter to their consignees. The letter provided a remedy to the situtaion.

Recalling firm

Firm
Philips Medical Systems
Address
22100 Bothell Everett Highway, Bothell, Washington 98041

Distribution

Distribution pattern
The firm distributed units to 46 hospitals and medical centers located throughout the U.S.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2002-02-13
Posted by FDA
2003-09-12
Terminated
2005-04-11
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #27872. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.