CyberKnife Treatment Planning System, a subsystem of the CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery System, with MultiPlan Treatment Planning System Software version 3.5 Medical charged-particle radiation therapy system, intended for treatment planning and image-guided stereotactic radiosurgery and precision radiotherapy of lesions, tumors and conditions anywhere in the body when radiation treatment is indicated.
FDA Recall Z-1008-2011 · Posted 2011-02-01
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Recalling FirmAccuray Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeMUJ
Date Initiated2009-12-29
Date Terminated2011-02-11
Product Quantity71 units are subject to this action
Reason for Recall
If electron density values are left empty, the calculation of radiation dose in a patient will be modeled as air-like density material rather than correct density. A plan may be created and saved, thus creating the risk of mistreatment.
Firm Action
The firm, Accuray, sent an "URGENT DEVICE CORRECTION" letter dated December 29, 2009, to all customers. The letter described the product, problem, and action to be taken by the customers. The customers were instructed to verify correctness of the CT number to relative electron density and Mass Density Calibration curves. Note: A patch is being developed to address this issue. Accuray Customer Support will contact the customers regarding further resolution.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this issue, please contact Accuray Customer Support at +1-877-668-8667 (USA) or +1-408-716-4700 (non USA) or by email: [email protected].
Root Cause
Employee error
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution: USA and countries including: Canada, Turkey, India, Italy, France, the Netherlands, the UK, India, Spain, Greece, Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, Germany and China.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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