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Siemens Linear Accelerator (LINAC) models. Product Usage: deliver X-ray radiation for therapeutic treatment of cancer

FDA device recall Z-1652-2014 · posted 2014-05-23 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Reason for recall
Siemens Radiation Oncology became aware that customers may be using the Siemens Linear Accelerator in combination with stereotactic accessories which have not been validated as being compatible with Siemens LINAC models.
Action taken
Siemen sent an Urgent Medical Device Correction letter to all affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. For questions contact your local Elekta representative.
Root cause
Labeling design
Status
Terminated
Product code
IYE
Quantity affected
9
Distribution
US Nationwide Distribution in the states of AL, ME, PA, IL, and CA.
Date initiated
2014-04-01
Date posted
2014-05-23
Date terminated
2015-03-16
Location
Malvern, PA

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