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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

HexaPOD evo RT System Product Usage: The intended use of the device is the control of accurate patient positioning with assistance of a 3D Tracking System in a radiotherapy environment.

Reported: September 7, 2016 Initiated: August 18, 2016 #Z-2691-2016

Product Description

HexaPOD evo RT System Product Usage: The intended use of the device is the control of accurate patient positioning with assistance of a 3D Tracking System in a radiotherapy environment.

Reason for Recall

Potentially unrecognized incorrect position of the treatment couch in 3D workflow, i.e. the HexaPOD has not moved fully to the 3D position.

Details

Recalling Firm
Elekta, Inc.
Units Affected
13
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of LA, PA, WA, and the countries of: Australia, Denmark, France, India, Italy, and Japan.
Location
Atlanta, GA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
HexaPOD evo RT System Product Usage: The intended use of the device is the control of accurate patient positioning with assistance of a 3D Tracking System in a radiotherapy environment.. Recalled by Elekta, Inc.. Units affected: 13.
Why was this product recalled?
Potentially unrecognized incorrect position of the treatment couch in 3D workflow, i.e. the HexaPOD has not moved fully to the 3D position.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 7, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2691-2016.