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Leksell Gamma Knife Perfexion with EXTEND Frame System, manufactured by Electa Instrument AB, Stockholm, Sweden.

FDA device recall Z-0163-2011 · posted 2010-10-28 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Elekta, Inc.
Reason for recall
The anterior fixation bar of the EXTEND mouthpiece frontpiece may separate from the dental impression tray. This may result in reduced treatment accuracy.
Action taken
Elekta issued an Important Notice: Urgent Field Safety Notice dated September 17, 2010 concerning Field Change Order 10000202003-A342 "Important Notice regarding recall of mouthpieces for EXTEND system, to all users of the EXTEND system for LGK Perfexion. the letter identified the issue and associated potential hazard, and requested the identification and return of all affected mouthpieces, and confirmation of receipt of the letter. Elekta will arrange return and replacement through local service representatives. Customers can contact Elekta concerning this recall at 770 300 9725.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
IWB
Quantity affected
3 units
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution: to the states of MO, VA, and WA.
Date initiated
2010-09-17
Date posted
2010-10-28
Date terminated
2010-11-10
Location
Norcross, GA

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