Elekta, Inc. recalls HexaPOD evo RT Couch Top (also known as HexaPOD evo Module), a component of the HexaPOD evo RT system. Product Usag

Recalled August 1, 2018 · FDA recall Z-2535-2018 · Elekta

Hazard

Upon completion of a 6D workflow, the HexaPOD evo Module may be in a tilted state if it is moved to the position used for 3D (non-iGUIDE) treatments resulting in incorrect patient positioning. · FDA Class II

Units

725 devices

Sold at

Worldwide Distribution - US Distribution of the device was made nationwide. There was government distribution but no military distribution. Foreign distribution was made to Canada, Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Botswana, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Democratic People's Republic of Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Sweden, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom, and Viet Nam.

Description

Upon completion of a 6D workflow, the HexaPOD evo Module may be in a tilted state if it is moved to the position used for 3D (non-iGUIDE) treatments resulting in incorrect patient positioning.

Product

HexaPOD evo RT Couch Top (also known as HexaPOD evo Module), a component of the HexaPOD evo RT system. Product Usage: To support and aid in positioning a patient during radiation therapy

Manufacturer(s)

Elekta, Inc.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →