FDA Recall Terminated

CIVCO Solstice(TM) SRS Immobilization System, Part Numbers: a) CHS03, b) CHS04 - Product Usage: The Tilting Head Fixation (Solstice) device is comprised of a baseplate and bowl with a locking lever. The bowl is permanently attached to the baseplate and the locking level allows the bowl to be tilted up to approximately 10 in relation to the baseplate at infinite intervals. The baseplate is attached to the treatment or simulation couch top or overlay by pins. When used with customizable cushion and thermoplastic mask, the system can immobilize the patient to under 1 millimeter. The provider can correct the patient position for simulation and treatments by tilting the device.

Recall: Z-1837-2019 · Initiated April 15, 2019

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1837-2019
Event Number
82641
Firm
Med Tec Inc
FEI Number
1000143606
Product Code
IYE
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
April 15, 2019
Terminated
October 5, 2020
Address
1401 8th St SE, Orange City, IA, 51041-7463

Description

CIVCO Solstice(TM) SRS Immobilization System, Part Numbers: a) CHS03, b) CHS04 - Product Usage: The Tilting Head Fixation (Solstice) device is comprised of a baseplate and bowl with a locking lever. The bowl is permanently attached to the baseplate and the locking level allows the bowl to be tilted up to approximately 10 in relation to the baseplate at infinite intervals. The baseplate is attached to the treatment or simulation couch top or overlay by pins. When used with customizable cushion and thermoplastic mask, the system can immobilize the patient to under 1 millimeter. The provider can correct the patient position for simulation and treatments by tilting the device.

Reason

There is a potential for movement of the Solstice Tilting Head Fixation System during patient setup and/or treatment.

Action

The firm disseminated the notices by email on 04/15/2019 to their consignees. The notices stated the problem and provided mitigation strategies to employ to reduce the risk to the patient. The consignee was also provided the option to return the unit.

Distribution

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distributed in the states of CA, HI, PA, KY, FL, WI, AK and countries of Australia, Canada, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland, Peru.

Quantity

28 units