# Major Recall Alert: Hawkeye™, Hawkeye™ 4, Infinia™ Dual Detector Gamma Camera Recalled Due to Potential Safety Issue
GE Healthcare has initiated a critical recall for its medical imaging systems—Hawkeye™, Hawkeye™ 4, and Infinia™ Dual Detector Gamma Cameras—due to a significant safety concern stemming from unintended radial detector motion. Learn how this issue may impact patients and healthcare providers and what steps should be taken to address it. The recall was officially announced and will begin on **June 25, 2025**.
For healthcare professionals and facilities utilizing these devices, it’s essential to act swiftly to mitigate any potential risks.
## Why This Recall is Important
This recall addresses a specific safety issue with GE Healthcare’s **Hawkeye™, Hawkeye™ 4, and Infinia™ Dual Detector Gamma Cameras**, which are commonly used for nuclear medicine imaging. The concern arises from **unintended radial detector motion** that could occur either **during patient setup** or **in the middle of a patient scan**. Such movement not only poses a risk to patient safety but also compromises the accuracy of diagnostic imaging results, potentially leading to misdiagnoses or delayed treatment.
Medical imaging systems are essential tools in medical diagnostics and therapy monitoring. Any malfunction, especially unanticipated motion during operation, can jeopardize the safety and outcomes of patients under treatment. The recall emphasizes the importance of ensuring both patient safety and the integrity of the medical technology being used.
## Details of the Recall
GE Healthcare has released the following critical details concerning the recall:
- **Affected Products**:
- Hawkeye™
- Hawkeye™ 4
- Infinia™ Dual Detector Gamma Camera
- **Recall Reason**: GE Healthcare identified an issue with **unintended radial detector motion** during **patient setup** or **actual scanning**.
- **Date Recall Begins**: June 25, 2025
This safety issue highlights how a malfunctioning detector could not only impact accurate imaging but also potentially harm patients physically. Facilities equipped with these systems must comply with the recall to ensure immediate resolutions to protect both healthcare providers and their patients.
For more detailed information, visit the official recall page here: [Official Recall Notice](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/infiniatm-hawkeyetm-4).
## What You Should Do
If your facility is using the affected systems, it is vital to take the following steps:
- **Immediately Stop Usage of Affected Devices**: Until further instructions from GE Healthcare are provided, avoid using the Hawkeye™, Hawkeye™ 4, and Infinia™ systems to prevent any risk of harm or data inaccuracy.
- **Contact GE Healthcare**: Reach out to their customer service or your local representative to report possession of these units and request repair or replacement.
- **Follow Future Updates**: Regularly check for updates from GE Healthcare regarding repair solutions, corrective actions, or instructions to resolve the issue.
- **Notify Staff**: Ensure that all users of the affected products within your facility are made aware of the problem and the recall.
Staying informed and proactive is the best way to safeguard your patients and team.
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For more information about the ongoing recall, visit the official government recall notice here: [Hawkeye™, Hawkeye™ 4, Infinia™ Recall Details](https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/infiniatm-hawkeyetm-4). Stay informed, stay safe!
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