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Villa Sistemi Medicali S.P.A. recalls Apollo EZ, Model Number 9784152036 - Product Usage: The Apollo EZ remote-controlled table is X-ray equipment that can be
Recalled January 8, 2020 · FDA recall Z-0766-2020 · Villa Sistemi Medicali S.P.A
Hazard
An amendment to the IFU and Service Manual is being issued to prescribe the replacement of the angulation chain after 8 years of service of the of the unit. After testing, it was found that due to metal fatigue under sever workload conditions, the angulation chain might fail before the expected lifetime of 10 years. · FDA Class II
Units
1
Sold at
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Description
An amendment to the IFU and Service Manual is being issued to prescribe the replacement of the angulation chain after 8 years of service of the of the unit. After testing, it was found that due to metal fatigue under sever workload conditions, the angulation chain might fail before the expected lifetime of 10 years.
Product
Apollo EZ, Model Number 9784152036 - Product Usage: The Apollo EZ remote-controlled table is X-ray equipment that can be used to perform general radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations. The system is a fixed position type. The movements of the table and tube support are motorized and remote-controlled. Medical purpose is the diagnosis, visualization and documentation of various human diseases or injuries.
Manufacturer(s)
Villa Sistemi Medicali S.P.A.
Made in
Italy
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →