Proteus 235, Universal Nozzle with snout 300x400; PBS dedicated nozzle with snout XL Product Usage: Device is designed to produce and deliver proton beam for the treatment of patients with localized tumors and other conditions susceptible to treatment by radiation. The PTS may include a fixed small beam treatment room dedicated to the treatment of patients with localized tumors and other conditions susceptible to treatment by radiation localized to the head and neck.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    PAT.003, PAT.006, PAT.107, PAT.108, PAT.109, PAT.110, PAT.111, PAT.113, PAT.114, PAT.115, PAT.116, PAT.120, PAT.126, and PAT.132.
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Ion Beam Applications S.A.
Reason for Recall:
Gantry rotation or proton irradiation can be allowed even if apertures or accessories are not correctly positioned in snout 300x400 or snout XL. This can lead to risk of crushing for patient and/or user, and risk of mistreatment for the patient.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Proteus 235, Universal Nozzle with snout 300x400; PBS dedicated nozzle with snout XL Product Usage: Device is designed to produce and deliver proton beam for the treatment of patients with localized tumors and other conditions susceptible to treatment by radiation. The PTS may include a fixed small beam treatment room dedicated to the treatment of patients with localized tumors and other conditions susceptible to treatment by radiation localized to the head and neck.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

PAT.003, PAT.006, PAT.107, PAT.108, PAT.109, PAT.110, PAT.111, PAT.113, PAT.114, PAT.115, PAT.116, PAT.120, PAT.126, and PAT.132.

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2470-2018

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