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High-Definition 120 Multileaf Collimator HD 120 MLC is an accessory x-ray collimator designed to be mounted on Varian Tr

FDA device recall Z-3052-2011 · posted 2011-08-22 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Varian Medical Systems, Inc. Oncology Systems
Reason for recall
When using the HD120 Multi Leaf Collimator for beam shaping, and under specific treatment conditions, dose may be delivered outside of the intended treatment field that exceeds the expected transmission dose.
Action taken
Varian Medical Systems sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION" letter dated June 6, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter describes the product, problem, and the actions to be taken by the customers. ***12-20-12, AMENDED INFO ***: An additional letter was sent to consignees on 11/5/12 that Varian identified as also being affected by the recall.*** The letter describes various jaw position recommendations to be followed when planning and treating dynamic fields on the HD120 MLC. Contact the Varian Oncology Help Desk at 1-888-827-4265 for questions regarding this notice.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
IYE
Quantity affected
173***12-20-12 AMENDED TO: 106 units***
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution.
Date initiated
2011-06-06
Date posted
2011-08-22
Date terminated
2011-12-23
Location
Palo Alto, CA

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HIGH-DEFINITION 120 MULTILEAF COLLIMATOR (HD120 MLC) (K071992)Varian Medical Systems2007-08-15