Ireland's HPRA Issues Warning for MRI Systems

Ireland's Health Products Regulatory Authority is warning of the potential for incorrectly installed quench lines for superconductor magnets in Siemens Healthcare's Magnetom MRI system.

In a Priority 2 warning, the HPRA says an improperly installed quench line may cause helium gas to be blown directly into the magnet room or other areas, potentially leading to the displacement of oxygen and cold burns.

Siemens will be inspecting all sites with a Magnetom system to ensure that the quench line was installed in a manner that ensures safe operation, HPRA says. — Jonathon Shacat