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SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-2341-2012·Announced 2012-09-19

Siemens Uroskop Access Fluoroscopic X-Ray System Recalled for Table Fall Hazard

Siemens is recalling five Uroskop Access fluoroscopic x-ray systems because the table motor may disconnect, causing the table to fall.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect in a medical device where the table assembly may fall, posing a risk of significant injury to patients or personnel, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects or significant injury reports.

Plain-English summary

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. is recalling five units of the Uroskop Access fluoroscopic, image intensified x-ray system. The recall involves model number 5756130 with serial numbers 6076, 6078, 6080, 6081, and 6082.

The recall was initiated because Siemens discovered a possible hazard to patients or hospital personnel when tilting the system. Specifically, when tilting the table, the motor may become disconnected, which could cause the entire table assembly to fall to the floor.

The affected units were distributed nationwide in the United States, including the states of Indiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Texas. The source text does not specify instructions for consumers or affected facilities.

The recalled product

Product
Siemens Uroskop Access. Fluoroscopic, image intensified x-ray system
Affected units
5

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 (5)

  • Model number 5756130 -- serial numbers 6076
  • 6078
  • 6080
  • 6081
  • and 6082.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 5 states specifically:

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