MRI Systems May Resume Scans When SAR Exceeds Safe Limits
Certain GE Healthcare MRI systems may incorrectly enable scan resumption when radiofrequency energy absorption exceeds FDA-set limits, potentially causing tissue heating. Risk is higher for patients with implants or touching conductive materials.
- Product
- SIGNA MR355, SIGNA MR360, NMRI system
- Category
- Medical Device
- Distribution
- Distributed nationwide