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Pinnacle3 Radiation Therapy Planning System, Version 6.6c CD, Part Number 9104-0121C Rev. A

FDA device recall Z-0914-04 · posted 2004-07-20 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
ADAC Laboratories
Reason for recall
A software defect, relating to the motorized wedge functionality when using an Elekta linear accelerator, can result in incorrect dose delivery to the patient. Also, dose delivery in the wrong location may occur when using a Elekta Leksell headframe.
Action taken
A notification dated March 3, 2004 was sent to the customers. The notification gave recommendations for avoiding the problem and stated that updated software would be provided when it becomes available. Firm representatives made follow-up telephone calls to the consignees.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
MUJ
Quantity affected
55
Distribution
The recalled products were shipped to consignees located nationwide the United States and in Australia, Canada, China, and Korea.
Date initiated
2004-03-03
Date posted
2004-07-20
Date terminated
2005-02-01
Location
Madison, WI

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