ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-0552-2014 ยท MUJ System, Planning, Radiation Therapy Treatment

Varian Medical Systems, Inc.

Plan Parameters workspace within Eclipse Treatment Planning System Version 11 and 13; ARIA Radiation Oncology versions 11 and 13 Acuity, versions 11 and 13. Manufactured by Varian Medical Systems Palo Alto, CA. Used in radiation therapy simulation.

DateDec 20, 2013 (initiated Nov 18, 2013)
StatusTerminated
ReasonAn anomaly has been traced to a software deficiency within the Plan Parameters workspace. When a dose relevant parameter is changed and "do no clear MUs and Reference Point dose" is selected, the Monitor units may change.
Root causeSoftware design
ActionVarian Medical Systems will provide all affected consignees with an Urgent Medical Device Correction Letter commencing on November 18, 2013 by federal express. . The Letter will also be distributed to the Varian Sales, Marketing, and Service organizations, informing them of the reported issue.
Quantity6701
DistributionWorldwide Distribution.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K093527ARIA RADIATION ONCOLOGY WITH MIRS
Varian Medical Systems, Inc., Dec 15, 2009
K131807HIGH ENERGY LINEAR ACCELERATOR
Varian Medical Systems, Inc., Oct 11, 2013