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Health product recall

Acuson S2000 ABVS (Automated Breast Volume Scanner) System (January 22, 2013)

Starting date:
January 22, 2013
Posting date:
February 18, 2013
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type II
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
Healthcare Professionals, General Public, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-23303

Reason

On some Acuson S2000 systems with ABVS options the edges on the inside of the transducer pod may not be competely deburred to avoid sharp edges. A potential risk exists that an operator could sustain a cut when touching the sharp edge while cleaning the inside of the pod.

Affected products

Acuson S2000 ABVS (Automated Breast Volume Scanner) System (2013-01-22)

Lot or serial number

Serial number: 203516

Model or catalog number

10434730

Companies

Manufacturer

Siemens Medical Solutions USA Inc.