RecallDepth

Eclipse 8.5 (build 8.2.2X) systems with distributed Calculation Framework (DCF) 8.2.22, model number H48, manufactured by Varian Medical Systems, Inc., Palo Alto, CA. Indicated for planning proton treatment of neoplasms of the eye.

This recall has been terminated (originally issued January 15, 2009).

Company
Varian Medical Systems Oncology Systems
Recall Initiated
October 2, 2008
Posted
January 15, 2009
Terminated
November 27, 2010
Recall Number
Z-0855-2009
Quantity
64 units
Firm Location
Palo Alto, CA
Official Source
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Reason for Recall

When using the multiple static segment option, the device may alter dose delivery.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution --- including USA and countries of Switzerland and the Netherlands.

Lot / Code Info

Model number H48, serial numbers H480016, H480051, H480052, H480053, H480054, H480055, H480107, H480133, H480293, H480346, H480347, H480472, H480652, H480920, H481467, H481510, H481639, H481724, H481807, H481815, H481816, H481912, H481913, H481914, H481915, H482194, H482195, H482289, H482793, H482807, H483204, H483407, H484367, H484635, H484636, H484637, H484638, H484781, H484864, H485100, H485125, H485244, H485346, H485466, H485729, H486858, H486859, H486860, H486861, H486946, H486947, H486948, H487190, H487212, H487414, H487580, H487581, H487623, H487640, H487641, H487642, H487700, and H487757.

Root Cause

Software design

Action Taken

An Urgent Medical Device Correction Letter was distributed to all affected users, with a description of the problem and user corrective action steps on October 2, 2008. The Letter will also be distributed to the Varian Sales, Marketing, and Service organizations, informing them of the issue. The firm recommends that customers DO NOT USE the Multiple Static Segment (MSS) option in Varian Leaf Motion Calculator version 8.2.22. The firm also recommends setting the default delivery method for Varian Leaf Motion Calculator to Sliding Window. When using Eclipse 8.5, always follow the Safety Instructions found in chapter 2 of "Eclipse External Beam Planning Instruction for Use", P/N B501357R01A, March 2008. If customers believe a patient treatment has been affected by this issue, they should notify a Varian Service or Support person as soon as possible.

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