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Varian Medical Systems, Inc. recalls Eclipse Treatment Planning System versions 11, 13.0, 13.5 and 13.6; Model number: H48; Product Usage: The Eclipse T
Recalled February 24, 2016 · FDA recall Z-0805-2016 · Varian Medical Systems
Hazard
When using PBC 11.0.31 to calculate the dose for a conventional arc field with more than 100 segments for Eclipse versions 11.0, 13.0, 13.5 or 13.6, the displayed dose does not correspond to the calculated Monitor Units (MU). Potential for unintended radiation exposure. · FDA Class II
Units
9499
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Description
When using PBC 11.0.31 to calculate the dose for a conventional arc field with more than 100 segments for Eclipse versions 11.0, 13.0, 13.5 or 13.6, the displayed dose does not correspond to the calculated Monitor Units (MU). Potential for unintended radiation exposure.
Product
Eclipse Treatment Planning System versions 11, 13.0, 13.5 and 13.6; Model number: H48; Product Usage: The Eclipse Treatment Planning System (Eclipse TPS) is used to plan radiotherapy treatments for patients with malignant or benign diseases. Eclipse TPS is used to plan external beam irradiation with photon, electron and proton beams, as well as for internal irradiation (brachytherapy) treatments.
Manufacturer(s)
Varian Medical Systems, Inc.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →