MAUDE Adverse Event Report: SIEMENS HEALTHCARE GMBH-CT SOMATOM X.CEED; SYSTEM, X-RAY, TOMOGRAPHY, COMPUTED

Model Number 11330002

Device Problem Display or Visual Feedback Problem (1184)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 08/09/2022

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported to siemens that a malfunction occurred while operating the somatom x.Ceed ct system.It was reported that the ilg lasers selection for needle path display was not suitable for the given patient contour.The entry point was covered by the patient and the "exit" point was visible instead.The clinic staff prepared the patient for intervention based on the incorrectly displayed laser mark.Preparation was repeated when the physician recognized the obvious discrepancy between planned and visualized entry point.This problem may occur in special (rare) combinations of patient contour and planned needle path.We are unaware of any impact to the state of health of the patient involved.Siemens has requested additional information in order to conduct an investigation of the reported event.

Manufacturer Narrative

Siemens is conducting a thorough investigation of the reported events.As this event is under investigation, a root cause has not yet been determined.A supplement report will be filed upon completion of the investigation.

Manufacturer Narrative

Siemens has completed an investigation of the event.Assessment does not indicate a system failure or malfunction and no non-conformity was identified.The system works as specified.The ilg lasers selection for needle path display was not suitable for the given patient contour.The entry point was covered by the patient and the "exit" point was visible instead.The clinic staff prepared the patient for intervention based on the incorrectly displayed laser mark and had to redo the preparation when the physician came and recognized the obvious discrepancy between planned and visualized entry point.This problem may occur in special combinations of patient contour and planned needle path, due to algorithmically/conceptional issues and incorrect expectation of the customer.The product meets the specification.In the instructions for use for the version va40a, it is mentioned that the laser guidance feature is intended as an orientation aid.The following cautions are included in the ifu: caution: intervention is based on needle path visualization only! injury to the patient.Always perform control scans to compare the actual needle position with the anatomical landmarks.The final decision is your responsibility.The laser guidance feature is intended as an orientation aid.Caution: wrong positioning values transferred to the laser system! wrong positioning of the needle.To ensure accuracy of the laser marking: perform the quality assurance procedure regularly.Perform the quality assurance procedure after any change to the laser system or the table.

• Brand Name: SOMATOM X.CEED
• Type of Device: SYSTEM, X-RAY, TOMOGRAPHY, COMPUTED
• Manufacturer (Section D): SIEMENS HEALTHCARE GMBH-CT; siemensstr. 1 -or-; rittigfeld 1; forchheim, germany 91301 ; GM 91301
• Manufacturer (Section G): SIEMENS HEALTHCARE GMBH-CT; siemensstr. 1 -or-; rittigfeld 1; forchheim, germany 91301 ; GM 91301
• Manufacturer Contact: meredith adams ; 40 liberty blvd.; malvern, PA 19355 ; 4843231631
• MDR Report Key: 15454732
• MDR Text Key: 301992069
• Report Number: 3004977335-2022-40657
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: JAK
• UDI-Device Identifier: 04056869231051
• UDI-Public: 04056869231051
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: SZ
• PMA/PMN Number: K211373
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Foreign,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Remedial Action: Inspection
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 12/16/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 09/20/2022
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 11330002
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Yes
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 12/16/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1