# Major Recall Alert: Achieva 3.0T MRI System-Main Unit Recalled Due to Stiffness Value Errors in Exported MRE Stiffness Maps
Philips has issued a significant recall for its **Achieva 3.0T MRI System-Main Unit** due to a potential safety issue affecting MR systems running on software versions **R11.1 to R12.1**. The error involves inaccurate **stiffness values in MR Elastography (MRE) stiffness maps** when viewed in third-party Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) viewers. This issue, discovered through in-house testing, poses a potential risk for patients as it could impact diagnostic accuracy.
Read on to understand the scope of the recall, why it's critical, and steps you should take to address it.
## Why This Recall is Important
MRI systems play a vital role in diagnosing and managing a variety of health conditions, often relying on highly precise imaging. According to **Philips**, the affected Achieva 3.0T MRI Systems may produce **stiffness value errors**, which could lead to **misinterpretation of diagnostic results**.
### Why this matters:
- **Potential Risk to Patient Safety**: Inaccurate diagnostic data could delay or lead to inappropriate treatment.
- **Software-Specific Impact**: Only MRI systems running software versions R11.1 to R12.1 are affected.
- **Widely Used Equipment**: Philips’ Achieva 3.0T is a popular MRI system in Canadian healthcare facilities.
## Details of the Recall
Philips identified the issue during their internal testing, raising concerns about **how MRE stiffness maps export and render in PACS viewers**. These stiffness value errors could skew diagnostic evaluations, influencing critical medical decisions.
### Key Points:
- **Product Affected**: Achieva 3.0T MRI System-Main Unit.
- **Issue Identified**: Stiffness value errors in exported **MRE stiffness maps**.
- **Software Versions Affected**: R11.1 to R12.1.
- **Date Announced**: October 2023.
- **Region Impacted**: Canada.
Healthcare professionals using this system should act promptly to mitigate risks and ensure patient safety.
For official details, visit: [Health Canada Recall Alert](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/achieva-30t-mri-system-main-unit).
## What You Should Do
If you or your healthcare facility uses the **Achieva 3.0T MRI System**, take these steps immediately to ensure continued patient safety:
1. **Check Software Versions**
Determine if your MRI systems are running software versions **R11.1 to R12.1**. If they are, consult Philips or your local Philips representative for assistance.
2. **Verify Accuracy of MRE Stiffness Maps**
Pay close attention to potential discrepancies when exporting MRE stiffness maps to PACS.
3. **Follow Philips’ Recommendations**
Philips may provide software updates, patches, or additional technical guidance to resolve this issue.
4. **Consult Health Canada’s Recall Notice**
Refer to the official recall document provided by Health Canada for more details and updates regarding the resolution process.
[Click here to access the official recall notice](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/achieva-30t-mri-system-main-unit).
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Medical device recalls like this highlight the importance of regular monitoring and prompt action to reduce risks. If your facility uses the **Philips Achieva 3.0T MRI System**, now is the time to act. Prioritize patient safety and take the necessary steps today.
For further updates, visit the official source: [Health Canada Recall Notice](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/achieva-30t-mri-system-main-unit).