Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Nuclear Gamma Cameras (ADAC Vertex Classic Recalled by Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc Due to During clinical use of a Vertex Plus Gamma...

Date: March 13, 2015
Company: Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc directly.

Affected Products

Nuclear Gamma Cameras (ADAC Vertex Classic, ADAC VERTEX PLUS/SOLUS/CARDIO, ADAC VERTEX V60) Philips Medical Systems, Cleveland, OH

Quantity: 918 units

Why Was This Recalled?

During clinical use of a Vertex Plus Gamma Camera, as the detector heads were in the relative 180 degree position, Detector #1 drifted down and made contact with the patients chin during a whole body study acquisition.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Philips Medical Systems (Cleveland) Inc

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report