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Varian brand GammaMed 12i Accessory: Clamping adapters for bronchial catheters, 1.8mm diameter, GammaMed 12i; Ref: BT-00

FDA device recall Z-0329-2012 · posted 2011-12-01 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Varian Medical Systems, Inc. Oncology Systems
Reason for recall
The Product Models 1 & 2 have a design flaw problem where the clamping adapter can obstruct movement of the source cable in the event the bronchial catheter is dislodged from the connector.
Action taken
Varian Medical Systems sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION LETTER/FIELD SAFETY NOTICE" letter dated October 6, 2011 to all affected customers. The letter describes the product, problem, and the actions to be taken by the customers. Contact the Varian Help Desk at 1-888-827-4265 for questions regarding this notice.
Root cause
Device Design
Status
Terminated
Product code
JAQ
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution--USA (nationwide).
Date initiated
2011-10-06
Date posted
2011-12-01
Date terminated
2012-10-22
Location
Palo Alto, CA

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