Varian recalls specific versions of ARIA Radiation Therapy Management software due to potential mismatch in treatment planning that could lead to incorrect radiation delivery. Affected users should contact Varian for details.
Software issue for treatment plan and image management application may result in mismatch values which could result in treatment in the wrong location
Varian is recalling specific versions of its ARIA Radiation Therapy Management software because a software issue might cause treatment plans to be mismatched, potentially leading to radiation being delivered to the wrong body part. This could result in serious health risks if not corrected.
The software issue can cause mismatched values in treatment planning and image management, which might lead to radiation being delivered to the wrong location. This could cause serious health effects if the software error is not corrected.
Healthcare providers using Varian's ARIA software versions 13.6, 15.1, 15.5, 15.6, 16.0, or 16.1 for radiation therapy are most at risk. Patients receiving treatment with these versions could face incorrect radiation delivery.
Check if your ARIA software version is listed: 13.6, 15.1, 15.5, 15.6, 16.0, or 16.1. The DI numbers 00856100006066, 00856100006080, 00856100006097, 00856100006110, 00856100006127, or 00856100006165 may also indicate affected units.
Identify your ARIA software version to see if it is affected (13.6, 15.1, 15.5, 15.6, 16.0, or 16.1).
Reach out to Varian Medical Systems for guidance on next steps and potential fixes.
The affected versions are 13.6, 15.1, 15.5, 15.6, 16.0, and 16.1.
Check your software version against the list: 13.6, 15.1, 15.5, 15.6, 16.0, or 16.1. Also, DI numbers 00856100006066, 00856100006080, 00856100006097, 00856100006110, 00856100006127, or 00856100006165 may indicate affected units.
Contact Varian Medical Systems for specific instructions on how to address the issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Varian to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0942-2022 — Varian Varian Hello, I own a Varian that is covered by recall Z-0942-2022 from Varian. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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