GE Proteus XR/a Radiographic System — Class II medical device recall Z-1790-2012
Terminated recall by General Electric Med Systems LLC, reported 2012-06-20. An incident was reported that an operator's finger was pinched between the fixed roller and the gliding tablet
| Recall number | Z-1790-2012 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | General Electric Med Systems LLC, Waukesha, WI, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2006-05-31 |
| Classified | 2012-06-08 |
| Reported by FDA | 2012-06-20 |
| Terminated | 2012-07-31 |
| Quantity | 3,796 units |
| Model numbers | 2259988 |
Product
GE Proteus XR/a Radiographic System. GE Medical Systems-Americas Milwaukee, WI. Model Number: 2259988. Product is indicated for use in generating radiographic images of human anatomy in all general-purpose diagnostic procedures. This device is not intended for mammographic applications.
Reason for recall
An incident was reported that an operator's finger was pinched between the fixed roller and the gliding tabletop of a Proteus XR/a Table while moving the tabletop with the thumb placed over its edge and fingers underneath
Machine access
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