FDA (Devices) recall action 97454
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GE HealthCare has become aware of a non-conformance to 21 CFR 1020.30 (k) in certain OEC 9800 and OEC 9900 Elite C-arm Systems. Specifically, impacted systems are missing the full layer of lead tape in the collimator covers, which will lead to a small increase in radiation exposure to the patient and/or operator. The missing lead tape is not detectable by the user.
The agency’s own wording, quoted from the enforcement report.
GE HealthCare OEC 9800 and OEC 9900 Elite C-arm systems are recalled because impacted units are missing the full layer of lead tape in the collimator covers, slightly increasing radiation exposure.
GE HealthCare OEC 9800 C-arm systems are recalled because impacted units are missing the full layer of lead tape in the collimator covers, slightly increasing radiation exposure.