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Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc recalls AXIOM Vertix MD Trauma systems radiographic X-ray

Recalled April 23, 2014 · FDA recall Z-1460-2014 · Siemens Medical Solutions USA

Hazard
There is a potential issue and possible hazard to patients when using the AXIOM Vertix MD Trauma systems. In rare cases, steel ropes inside the lift column of the system can be defective without triggering the safety lock, which can result in the U-arm dropping down unexpectedly during movement in vertical direction, potentially causing serious injury. · FDA Class II
Units
2
Sold at
US Distribution including MO and OH.

Description

There is a potential issue and possible hazard to patients when using the AXIOM Vertix MD Trauma systems. In rare cases, steel ropes inside the lift column of the system can be defective without triggering the safety lock, which can result in the U-arm dropping down unexpectedly during movement in vertical direction, potentially causing serious injury.

Product
AXIOM Vertix MD Trauma systems radiographic X-ray
Manufacturer(s)
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov