FDA Recall Terminated

Varian Eclipse Treatment Planning System for Radiotherapy; Model Number: H48. In addition, the Eclipse Proton Eye algorithm is specifically indicated for planning proton treatment of neoplasms of the eye.

Recall: Z-0867-2013 · Initiated January 28, 2013

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0867-2013
Event Number
64319
Firm
Varian Medical Systems, Inc. Oncology Systems
FEI Number
2916710
Product Code
MUJ
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Software design
Initiated
January 28, 2013
Posted
February 20, 2013
Terminated
April 4, 2014
Address
911 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA, 94304-1028

Description

Varian Eclipse Treatment Planning System for Radiotherapy; Model Number: H48. In addition, the Eclipse Proton Eye algorithm is specifically indicated for planning proton treatment of neoplasms of the eye.

Reason

The calculation of dose dynamic plans containing different energy fields is incorrect when the Pencil Beam Convolution 11.0 algorithm (PBC 11.0) is used.

Action

Varian Medical Systems, Inc. Oncology Systems sent an Urgent Medical Device Correction Letter dated January 30, 2013 to all affected customers. The Letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Varian Medical Systems is developing a technical correction for this issue, Its customers will be contacted by a Varian Customer Service representatives when this correction is available to schedule its installation. The letter provides customers with help desk contact information.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide

Quantity

1168 units