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Canon Medical System, USA, INC. recalls Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging Systems that are indicated for use as a diagnostic imaging modality that produces cro
Recalled October 31, 2018 · FDA recall Z-0199-2019 · Canon Medical System, USA
Hazard
When using respiratory gating with Steady Mode ON in Spin Echo sequence scanning, the SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) value displayed on the console may be lower than the actual SAR value. The actual applied SAR values may exceed the FIRST LEVEL CONTROLLED OPERATING MODE. · FDA Class II
Units
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Description
When using respiratory gating with Steady Mode ON in Spin Echo sequence scanning, the SAR (Specific Absorption Rate) value displayed on the console may be lower than the actual SAR value. The actual applied SAR values may exceed the FIRST LEVEL CONTROLLED OPERATING MODE.
Product
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging Systems that are indicated for use as a diagnostic imaging modality that produces cross-sectional transaxial, coronal, sagittal, and oblique images that display anatomic structures of the head or body.
Manufacturer(s)
Canon Medical System, USA, INC.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →