Recall Z-0065-2014

Varian Medical Systems, Inc. · initiated August 9, 2013

Class II Terminated

Class II – products that might cause a temporary health problem or pose a slight threat of a serious nature

Product

VARISOURCE Breast Template System for high-dose rate Brachytherapy. ***INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE*** Breast Bridge & Template System AL13011000 ***Manufacturer: Varian Medical Systems, Inc., 3100 Hansen Way, Palo Alto, CA 94304 USA

Codes / lots: Lots #6078184-1, #6078184-2, #6078184-4

Reason for recall

The recall was initiated after Varian Medical became aware the Lexan templates of the Breast Bridge Template System could become bent and turn opaque after steam sterilization.

FDA-determined cause: Nonconforming Material/Component

Action taken

Urgent Medical Device Correction, Urgent Field Safety Notice were mailed by FedEx tracked delivery to all consignees on August 12, 2013.

Details

Recall number
Z-0065-2014
Initiated
August 9, 2013
Posted by FDA
October 24, 2013
Terminated
April 10, 2014
Product code
JAQ – System, Applicator, Radionuclide, Remote-Controlled
Quantity
3 sets
Distribution
Worldwide distribution: US (nationwide) distribution in CA and in the country of India.
Recalling firm
Varian Medical Systems, Inc., Charlottesville, VA

Official FDA recall record