The VariSource iX series afterloader systems are computer controlled remote electro/mechanical systems used for medical purposes, for placing a cable incorporating an irradiated iridium seed internally or close by a malignant tumor or tumor bed in a practice known as brachytherapy.
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Recall Details
- Company:
- Varian Medical Systems Inc
- Reason for Recall:
- After an application freeze and restart of the VariSource iX series by power cycling, the Partial Fraction generated by the system will not be correct. The application freeze issue affects only the systems equipped with magnetic Hard Disk Drives (HDD).
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
The VariSource iX series afterloader systems are computer controlled remote electro/mechanical systems used for medical purposes, for placing a cable incorporating an irradiated iridium seed internally or close by a malignant tumor or tumor bed in a practice known as brachytherapy.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
JAQ
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-1849-2015
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