GE—OEC Fluoroscopic X-Ray Systems: Intermittent Power Cord Failures May Cause a Loss of Imaging Functionality
January 4, 2017 | Strategic Insights for Health System
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In a December 20, 2016, Urgent Medical Device Correction letter submitted by an ECRI Institute member hospital, GE states that intermittent power cord failures may cause a loss of imaging functionality in the above systems, potentially interrupting the procedure and necessitating medical intervention. GE also states that it has received no reports of injury as a result of this problem. The manufacturer has not confirmed the...