Accuray recalls CyberKnife treatment systems with set screws that can loosen over time, potentially causing the treatment couch to roll. Affected units include specific product codes and serial numbers listed in the recall.
The set screws that connect the Standard Treatment Couch linkage arm to the roll motor can loosen over time allowing the couch to roll.
Accuray is recalling CyberKnife Treatment Delivery Systems where set screws connecting the couch to the motor can loosen over time. This could cause the treatment couch to roll unexpectedly during radiation therapy, posing a risk of injury to patients or staff.
The set screws that connect the Standard Treatment Couch linkage arm to the roll motor can loosen over time. If the couch rolls unexpectedly during treatment, it could cause injury to patients or staff due to the movement of the radiation delivery system.
Patients and medical staff using CyberKnife systems with the affected product codes or serial numbers listed in the recall. Those most at risk are individuals handling the equipment during radiation treatments.
Check if your CyberKnife Treatment Delivery System has product codes like 019200 or serial numbers starting with C0063 through C0513 as listed in the recall. The product is used for image-guided stereotactic radiosurgery and precision radiotherapy.
Verify your CyberKnife system's product code or serial number against the list provided in the recall to confirm if it is affected.
The set screws connecting the treatment couch to the motor can loosen over time, potentially causing the couch to roll during radiation therapy.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so check the product code or serial number against the list to confirm if your unit is affected. Contact Accuray for further instructions.
Yes, if the couch rolls unexpectedly during treatment, it could cause injury to patients or staff.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Accuray to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1272-2021 — Accuray Accuray Hello, I own a Accuray that is covered by recall Z-1272-2021 from Accuray. 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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