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GE Medical Systems, LLC recalls SIGNA MAGNUS, with affected software versions: MR29.1, RX29.1; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System - research use
Recalled August 14, 2024 · FDA recall Z-2484-2024 · GE Medical Systems
Hazard
GE HealthCare has become aware that for certain MR systems, the system predicted B1+RMS value can exceed the B1+RMS user prescribed limit when scanning in Low SAR Mode and the following two conditions are met: 1. 2D FSE T2 FLAIR OR T2 FLAIR Propeller imaging sequence is selected, AND 2. the Optimized T2 FLAIR sequence option is turned off OR not included in the MR configuration. If this occurs, it can result in overheating of an MR conditional implant. · FDA Class II
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Description
GE HealthCare has become aware that for certain MR systems, the system predicted B1+RMS value can exceed the B1+RMS user prescribed limit when scanning in Low SAR Mode and the following two conditions are met: 1. 2D FSE T2 FLAIR OR T2 FLAIR Propeller imaging sequence is selected, AND 2. the Optimized T2 FLAIR sequence option is turned off OR not included in the MR configuration. If this occurs, it can result in overheating of an MR conditional implant.
Product
SIGNA MAGNUS, with affected software versions: MR29.1, RX29.1; Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Imaging System - research use only
Manufacturer(s)
GE Medical Systems, LLC
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →