Siemens recalls ONCOR Impression digital linear accelerators with model 05857920 due to software update reducing collision risk during automatic cancer radiation treatments.
Control Console software has been updated to reduce the risk for collision when delivering automatically sequenced treatments with automatic movements of the gantry and/or the treatment table.
Siemens is recalling certain ONCOR Impression digital linear accelerators that may have a software update causing collision risks during automatic cancer radiation treatments. This could potentially lead to injuries if the machine moves unexpectedly during treatment.
The software update may cause the machine to move unexpectedly during automatic cancer radiation treatments, potentially leading to collisions with patients or equipment. This could result in injuries if the machine moves without proper safety checks.
Healthcare facilities using the recalled ONCOR Impression linear accelerators with model number 05857920 are most at risk. Patients receiving cancer treatments with these machines could be affected if the software issue occurs.
Check for model number 05857920 on the device. The serial numbers listed are 70-4143, 70-4296, 70-4235, 70-4344, 4021, 3878, and 5154.
Verify the model number on the device to confirm if it is 05857920.
Reach out to Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc for specific instructions on next steps.
The model number is 05857920.
The serial numbers are 70-4143, 70-4296, 70-4235, 70-4344, 4021, 3878, and 5154.
The recall record does not specify a fix or remedy.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Siemens to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1400-2018 — Siemens Siemens Hello, I own a Siemens that is covered by recall Z-1400-2018 from Siemens. 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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