Siemens Artis Q.zen Angiography Systems Recalled for Software Movement Issue
Siemens is recalling Artis Q.zen angiography systems because a software issue could block stand and table movements.
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, but the source text describes a potential software issue without reporting any injuries, hospitalizations, or deaths, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity precautionary recall.
Plain-English summary
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. is recalling the Artis Q.zen Biplane, Ceiling, and Floor angiography systems. The recall involves 1,452 units worldwide, including 638 units in the United States.
The recall is due to a software issue that could potentially cause the stand and table movements to be blocked. These systems are used for diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures.
Healthcare facilities should contact Siemens for instructions on how to resolve the software issue.
The recalled product
- Product
- Artis Q.zen Biplane, Model No. 10848355 Artis Q.zen Ceiling, Model No. 10848354 Artis Q.zen Floor, Model No. 10848353 Product Usage: Artis is a family of dedicated angiography systems developed for single and biplane diagnostic imaging and interventional procedures including,
- Manufacturer
- Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
Part of a larger recall action
This product is one of 3 recalled by Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.
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