The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-2891-2016·Announced 2016-10-05

Siemens Syngo.plaza PACS Software Recall for Multiple Issues

Siemens Medical Solutions is recalling 47 Syngo.plaza Picture Archiving and Communication System units to address several software issues.

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, which typically indicates a situation where use of the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote. No specific injuries or illnesses are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. is recalling 47 units of the Syngo.plaza Picture Archiving and Communication System. The recall is being conducted to eliminate several issues identified in the system's software.

The affected systems were distributed nationwide. The recall is classified as Class II by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Specific serial numbers for the affected units are listed in the official recall documentation.

Healthcare facilities should contact Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. for instructions on how to resolve the software issues.

The recalled product

Product
Syngo.plaza, Picture Archiving and Communication System
Affected units
47

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 2 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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Same manufacturer · Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc

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