ACUSON S Family ultrasound systems utilizing the 18L6 HD and/or 6C1 HD biopsy guidelines 6C1HD - model numbers: 10442008 6C1HD Needle Guide, S3000; 10440586 6C1 HD Biopsy Guide, S2000 18L6 - model numbers: 10442007 18L6 Biopsy Guide, S3000 10044200 S2000 Biopsy Starter Kit, 18L6 HD 10855189 18L6 HD Biopsy Starter Kit, S1000 Radiology: The ultrasound imaging systems are intended for the following applications: Fetal, Abdominal, Intraoperative, Pediatric, Small Parts, Transcranial, OB/GYN, Cardiac, Pelvic, Neonatal/Adult Cephalic, Vascular, Musculoskeletal, Superficial Musculoskeletal, and Peripheral Vascular applications.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    6C1HD - model numbers: 10442008 6C1HD Needle Guide, S3000; 10440586 6C1 HD Biopsy Guide, S2000; 18L6 model numbers: 10442007 18L6 Biopsy Guide, S3000 10044200 S2000 Biopsy Starter Kit, 18L6 HD 10855189 18L6 HD Biopsy Starter Kit, S1000 See Consignee list for all serial numbers.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
When using the CIVCO biopsy attachments in combination with the ACUSON S Family on-screen guidelines, the biopsy needle may traverse outside the on-screen guidelines.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

ACUSON S Family ultrasound systems utilizing the 18L6 HD and/or 6C1 HD biopsy guidelines 6C1HD - model numbers: 10442008 6C1HD Needle Guide, S3000; 10440586 6C1 HD Biopsy Guide, S2000 18L6 - model numbers: 10442007 18L6 Biopsy Guide, S3000 10044200 S2000 Biopsy Starter Kit, 18L6 HD 10855189 18L6 HD Biopsy Starter Kit, S1000 Radiology: The ultrasound imaging systems are intended for the following applications: Fetal, Abdominal, Intraoperative, Pediatric, Small Parts, Transcranial, OB/GYN, Cardiac, Pelvic, Neonatal/Adult Cephalic, Vascular, Musculoskeletal, Superficial Musculoskeletal, and Peripheral Vascular applications.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

6C1HD - model numbers: 10442008 6C1HD Needle Guide, S3000; 10440586 6C1 HD Biopsy Guide, S2000; 18L6 model numbers: 10442007 18L6 Biopsy Guide, S3000 10044200 S2000 Biopsy Starter Kit, 18L6 HD 10855189 18L6 HD Biopsy Starter Kit, S1000 See Consignee list for all serial numbers.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2344-2015

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