GE HealthCare has recalled 495 units of its Centricity PACS-IW and Universal Viewer software because of a critical error where medical images from two different patients can be saved into a single study. This software, used for processing and viewing radiological images like X-rays and MRIs, may display incorrect patient information during a diagnostic review. This recall affects several versions of the software distributed across the United States and multiple international locations. Consumers and medical facilities should contact GE HealthCare for instructions on how to address this software issue.
If medical images from two different patients are mixed together, a healthcare provider might make a diagnosis or treatment decision based on the wrong person's scans. This could lead to unnecessary medical procedures, incorrect medications, or the failure to treat a patient's actual condition.
Corrective action/guidance from manufacturer
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: FDA iRES · Raw API Response
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