FDA
Pinnacle3 Radiation Therapy Planning System, Version 7.0e Kit, Model Number 9200-9052A-ENG
A software defect, relating to the motorized wedge functionality when using an Elekta linear accelerator, can result in incorrect dose delivery to the patient. Also, dose delivery in the wrong location may occur when using a Elekta Leksell headframe.
A notification dated March 3, 2004 was sent to the customers. The notification gave recommendations for avoiding the problem and stated that updated software would be provided when it becomes available. Firm representatives made follow-up telephone calls to the consignees.