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Z-1651-2012

MLCi/MCLi2. Radiation therapy

Elekta Limited / initiated 2012-04-19 / Terminated / root cause: manufacturing process

Elekta, Inc. began a recall of MLCi/MCLi2. Radiation therapy on . The reason FDA records is "The Y2 diaphragm block was found loose". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated, and MDM tags the root cause as manufacturing process.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-1651-2012
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
Elekta Limited
Product
MLCi/MCLi2. Radiation therapy.
Product code
IYE Accelerator, Linear, Medical
Reason for recall
The Y2 diaphragm block was found loose.
Root cause tag
manufacturing process
FDA root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Action
Elekta sent an "IMPORTANT FIELD SAFETY NOTICE" dated April 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter instructs customers to carry out the recommended weekly physics check of the X-ray and light field size calibration. If an error is found, customers are instructed to contact their local Elekta service engineer.
Quantity in commerce
386
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution including Puerto Rico.
Product codes and lots
MRT 2424/MRT 14401