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Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc recalls ARTISTE MV System, Linear Accelerator (LINAC) with SysVC10A software. The intended use of the ARTISTE MV System linear…

Recall date
November 19, 2014
Source
U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report
Recall number
Z-0984-2015
FDA classification
Class II
Brand / firm
Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc
Sold / distributed
US Distribution to the states of UT, WI, and NY.

Why it was recalled

There may be an existing dark current phenomenon on ARTISTE LINAC in combination with IMRT or mARC treatments using unflat beams. Software issue.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

ARTISTE MV System, Linear Accelerator (LINAC) with SysVC10A software. The intended use of the ARTISTE MV System linear accelerator system is to deliver x-ray radiation for therapeutic treatment of cancer.

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