Philips North America is recalling 553 BrightView Gamma Camera Systems because a gap can form between the patient support and the detector during certain automated scans. This defect can cause parts of a patient's body to become trapped while the machine is in motion. The recall includes BrightView, BrightView X, and BrightView XCT models distributed across the United States and internationally. Consumers should contact their healthcare provider or Philips to ensure their system is inspected or repaired.
A gap created during extrinsic quality assurance scans presents a serious entrapment hazard. This can lead to severe injuries including bone fractures, crush injuries, lacerations, or the permanent loss of function in an extremity if a patient's limb becomes caught in the machinery.
System maintenance or modification
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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