Selenia Full Field Digital Mammography System
by Hologic, Inc. PMA
Active Open recall
PMA P010025
Regulatory status
Recall ongoing. 1 ongoing FDA recall names this device. See recalls
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA PMAAPRL | NumberP010025 | Date15 Mar 2002 | StatusActive |
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not covered
United States — FDA PMA Active
Recalls
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- Ongoing Z-2167-2026
Complaints have been received of systems developing loose, missing, or broken internal bolts over time.
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- Terminated Z-1700-2014
Selenia Full Field Digital Mammography System defective relay switch, if there is a need to use the emergency off switch, the system may not turn off which could result in patient injury
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- Terminated Z-2301-2013
Software: When the Selenia upon meeting the hard drive threshold of 4,000 images, may delete the most recently dated images
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- Terminated Z-1546-2008
Marker Misalignment: The new software version contained a magnification factor that shows CAD markers misaligned with the identified indications. The marked area is misaligned up to 2cm from the indication.
Specification
- Full name
- Hologic Selenia Full Field Digital Mammography System
- Trade Name
- Lorad Digital Breast Imager
- Generic Name
- Full field digital, system, x-ray, mammographic
- PMA Number
- FDA Product Code
- MUE
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 892.1715
- Advisory Committee
- Radiology
- FDA Decision
- APRL
Overview
AI-generated summary, 18 Sep 2026
The Selenia Full Field Digital Mammography System is a full-field digital, x-ray mammographic imaging device designed to generate digital mammographic images. Classified as a full-field digital x-ray mammographic system, it is intended for breast cancer screening and diagnosis, providing high-resolution images comparable to traditional screen-film mammography systems.
This system is used in radiology departments for breast imaging and is supplied as a reusable medical device. It operates under FDA Premarket Approval (PMA) with PMA number P010025, adhering to regulation number 892.1715. The device is intended for clinical applications identical to those of traditional screen-film mammographic systems, ensuring compatibility with existing workflows and diagnostic protocols.
Other devices from Hologic, Inc.
Questions
AI-generated answers, 18 Sep 2026
Is the Hologic Selenia Full Field Digital Mammography System intended for single-use or reusable in clinical settings?
The Hologic Selenia Full Field Digital Mammography System is designed as a reusable medical device. It is built for repeated use in radiology departments, ensuring durability and compatibility with existing workflows for breast cancer screening and diagnosis.
What regulatory pathway was followed for the approval of this mammography system?
The Hologic Selenia system was approved through the FDA Premarket Approval (PMA) process, with PMA number P010025. This pathway is typically used for high-risk medical devices, ensuring rigorous evaluation of safety and effectiveness before market authorization.
How does the Selenia system compare to traditional screen-film mammography systems in terms of imaging quality?
The Selenia system generates high-resolution digital mammographic images that are designed to be comparable to traditional screen-film mammography systems. It maintains compatibility with existing diagnostic protocols, allowing radiologists to integrate it seamlessly into their workflow for breast cancer screening and diagnosis.
What clinical applications is this device intended for, and where would it typically be used?
The Selenia system is intended for breast cancer screening and diagnosis, functioning identically to traditional screen-film mammographic systems. It is used in radiology departments for breast imaging, ensuring continuity with established diagnostic practices.
Does the Selenia system require any special handling or storage conditions?
Since the Selenia system is a reusable medical device, proper cleaning, maintenance, and storage protocols must be followed to ensure functionality and sterility between uses. While specific storage conditions aren’t detailed in the data, standard radiology equipment care—such as protection from moisture and physical damage—should be observed.