Elekta, Apex add-on Micro MLC, collimator for radiation therapy.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
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Recall Details
- Company:
- Elekta, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- If the Apex collimator is incorrectly installed on the radiation head, a touchguard inhibit activates the view restrictions dialog box only shows the top 12 restrictions.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Elekta, Apex add-on Micro MLC, collimator for radiation therapy.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
152652
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0885-2013
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