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Symbia Radiation Therapy Pallet. Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. An accessory to the Symbia T Series Emission Comput

FDA device recall Z-2980-2011 · posted 2011-08-10 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.
Reason for recall
There a potential patient safety issue when using the Symbia Radiation Therapy Pallet. When a patient is not iso-centered before starting a scan with the Symbia T Series Systems and a non-circular orbit is selected, it is possible that one of the detectors may come into contact with the patient.
Action taken
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. sent an "Urgent Field Correction Recall" letter dated June 06, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter informs customers of the potential safety issue if the patient is not iso-centered before starting a scan and a non-circular orbit is selected and provided recommendations including ensure the patient is iso-centered before starting a scan. If the patient cannot be positioned at the iso-center of the RTP, instructions were provided. The customers are asked to complete the Mandatory Fax-Back Form acknowledging receipt and understanding of the letter. For questions or assistance contact Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc. at (800) 888-7436 (USA).
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
KPS
Quantity affected
18 pallets
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution: Nationwide (USA) including the states of Florida and Texas; and the countries of Canada, China, Italy, Mexico, Poland, Portugal and Russia.
Date initiated
2011-06-22
Date posted
2011-08-10
Date terminated
2012-11-27
Location
Hoffman Estates, IL

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