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MalfunctionIYN

ACUSON SC2000 ULTRASOUND SYSTEM

Received May 19, 2026 · Event occurred May 7, 2026

Report 3023245-2026-00037 · MDR key 25219678

Device

Generic name

Ultrasound Device

Model number

10433816

Product problems

  • Operating System Becomes Nonfunctional

Patient

NA · Unknown

  • No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

AN INVESTIGATION IS ONGOING AT SIEMENS HEALTHINEERS TO IDENTIFY THE ROOT CAUSE OF THE ISSUE. THE REPORT WILL BE SUPPLEMENTED AFTER THE INVESTIGATION IS COMPLETED. REFERENCE #: (B)(4).

Description of Event or Problem

DURING A CARDIAC ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY INTERVENTION EXAM WITH THE ACUSON SC2000, THE USER REPORTED BLOCKAGE OF THE SYSTEM. THIS AFFECTED THE CONTINUATION OF THE EXAM, CAUSING THE USER TO REBOOT SEVERAL TIMES IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THE EXAM. THE PATIENT WAS SEDATED AND THIS APPEARS TO HAVE LED TO A DELAY. THERE WAS NO INJURY.

Remedial action

  • Repair