Philips Allura Xper Systems Recall Due to Cooling Hose Issue
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Philips Medical Systems Nederland B.V. is recalling 3,314 Allura Xper systems because a deaeration hose may degrade and cause oil leakage in the X-ray tube cooling unit.
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What Happened
The deaeration hose in X-ray tube cooling units type CU3101, manufactured between February 2016 and May 2020, may degrade over time, potentially resulting in oil leakage. Oil leakage may affect the cooling performance of the X-ray tube. When the oil flow drops below a certain threshold, the system automatically switches to low-dose fluoroscopy and displays the message "Low load fluoroscopy flavor selected: Tube cooler problem". This condition cannot be resolved by restarting the system.
Which Products Are Affected
Allura system; System Code Description (Model Numbers): Allura Xper FD10C (722001), Allura Xper FD10F (722002), Allura Xper FD10 (722003, 722010, 722026), Allura Xper FD10/10 (722005, 722011, 722027), Allura Xper FD20 (722006, 722012, 722028), Allura Xper FD20 Biplane (722008, 722013), Allura Xper FD20 OR Table (722015, 722023, 722035), Allura Xper FD20 Biplane OR Table (722025), Allura Xper FD20/10 (722029), Allura Xper FD20/15 (722058), Allura Xper FD20/15 OR Table (722059), Allura Xper FD20/20 (722038), Allura Xper FD20/20 OR Table (722039), Cardio Vascular-Allura (722400). A total of 3,314 units (816 US, 2,498 OUS) are affected. Distribution was nationwide in the United States and internationally.
What You Should Do
Consumers should contact the recalling firm for further instructions regarding the recall.
Why This Matters
The recall affects imaging systems used in cardiovascular procedures, with potential impact on system performance during use.
Source
FDA recall number Z-2228-2026. Classification: Class II. Recalling firm: PHILIPS MEDICAL SYSTEMS NEDERLAND B.V.
Original source: FDA Official Notice ↗
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