medical Class II Updated 2018-12-12

Capintec Inc recalls Captus 700 Thyroid Uptake System, Model # 5430-3137 and 5430

Recalled Product

Captus 700 Thyroid Uptake System, Model # 5430-3137 and 5430-3138


Hazard / Issue

There is a potential for the spring arm failure as a result of a broken tension rod (a component inside the arm). A break in the tension rod can casue the collimator to fall downward to its lowest point of travel, approximately 25 inches from the ground.

Issued by

FDA

Distribution: Nationwide (United States)
Lot/Code Info: Serial Numbers 700004 through 700018. Serial Numbers 700019 through 700086 as of 1/15/19.
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