The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0282-2021·Announced 2020-10-28

Fujifilm Synapse PACS Software Version 5.6.1 Recalled for CT Measurement Error

Fujifilm is recalling Synapse PACS Software Version 5.6.1 because certain CT studies may report inaccurate 3D Sphere MAX values.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the source text does not report any hospitalizations, injuries, or deaths. It is a software defect affecting measurement accuracy without reported harm, fitting the Moderate category for low-risk contamination or voluntary precautionary recalls.

Plain-English summary

Fujifilm Medical Systems U.S.A., Inc. is recalling Synapse PACS Software Version 5.6.1. The software is intended for use as a web-based application on a PC networked with a FUJIFILM Synapse PACS server. The recall covers units distributed nationwide in the United States, including Minnesota.

The recall is due to a potential software defect where certain CT studies may report a much higher 3D Sphere MAX value than expected. This issue is specific to the 3D Sphere tool; other density tools are not affected. No specific number of affected units or reported injuries is provided in the source text.

Healthcare providers should contact Fujifilm for instructions on how to address the issue. Consumers are not directly affected as this is a professional medical device software.

The recalled product

Product
Synapse PACS Software Version 5.6.1 - Product Usage: intended for use as a web based application on an off-the shelf PC which meets or exceeds minimum specifications and is networked with a FUJIFILM Synapse PACS server.
Affected units
1

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Synapse Software Version 5.6.1

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 2 states specifically: