ExacTrac 6.0.x Patient Positioning System, Radiation therapy. Intended to be used to place pa...
FDA Device Recall #Z-2440-2015 — Class II — August 5, 2015
Recall Summary
| Recall Number | Z-2440-2015 |
| Classification | Class II — Moderate risk |
| Date Initiated | August 5, 2015 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
Recalling Firm
| Firm | Brainlab AG |
| Location | Feldkirchen, N/A |
| Product Type | Devices |
| Quantity | 361 systems |
Product Description
ExacTrac 6.0.x Patient Positioning System, Radiation therapy. Intended to be used to place patients at an accurately defined point within the treatment beam of a medical accelerator for stereotactic radiosurgery or radiotherapy procedures.
Reason for Recall
ExacTrac 6.0 Patient Positioning System: Display of potentially incorrect Digitally Reconstructed Radiograph (DRR) for x-ray correction and verification.
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution - USA including the states of AL, AZ, AK, CA CO, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL IN, KY, LA, MD, MA, MI, MN, NE, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, and WI; and, the countries of Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Israel, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Panama, Qatar, Russia, Slovenia, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, and United Kingdom.
Lot / Code Information
Affected are ExacTrac versions 6.0.0 through 6.0.5 (v. 6.0.0, 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 6.0.3, 6.0.4, 6.0.5). Serial numbers/lot numbers are not applicable for a software version. Software revisions of the ExacTrac software have a specific software version number. Model/catalogue numbers: 70359-01 EXACTRAC 6.0 IR POSITIONING SOFTWARE FOC 20833 EXACTRAC 6.0 IR POSITIONING SOFTWARE 20833A EXACTRAC 6.0 IR POSITIONING SOFTWARE 20833B EXACTRAC 6.0 IR POSITIONING SOFTWARE 20833C EXACTRAC 6.0 IR POSITIONING SOFTWARE 20833D EXACTRAC 6.0 IR POSITIONING SOFTWARE 49926 ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE 3.X TO 6.0 (IR+XR) 49926A ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE 3.X TO 6.0 (IR+XR) 49926B ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE 3.X TO 6.0 (IR+XR) 49927 ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE 4.X TO 6.0 (IR+XR) 49927A ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE 4.X TO 6.0 (IR+XR) 49927B ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE 4.X TO 6.0 (IR+XR) 49933 ET UPGRADE TRUEBEAM 5.5 TO 6.0 LIMITED 49933A ET UPGRADE TRUEBEAM 5.5 TO 6.0 LIMITED 49933B ET UPGRADE TRUEBEAM 5.5 TO 6.0 LIMITED 49934 EXACTRAC UPGRADE 5.5 TO 6.0 BASIC 49934A EXACTRAC UPGRADE 5.5 TO 6.0 BASIC 49996 ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE X.X TO 6.0 SW ONLY 49996A ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE X.X TO 6.0 SW ONLY 49996B ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE X.X TO 6.0 SW ONLY 49997 ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE 5.5 TO 6.0 LIMITED 49997A ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE 5.5 TO 6.0 LIMITED 49997B ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE 5.5 TO 6.0 LIMITED 49928 ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE 5.X TO 6.0 (IR+XR) 49928A ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE 5.X TO 6.0 (IR+XR) 49928B ET UPGRADE SOFTWARE 5.X TO 6.0 (IR+XR) 49939 ET SOFTWARE UPDATE 6.0.X to 6.0.4 P&R 49939A ET SOFTWARE UPDATE 6.0.X to 6.0.5 P&R 49936 ET SOFTWARE UPDATE 6.0.X TO 6.0.3 49936A ET SOFTWARE UPDATE 6.0.X TO 6.0.4 49936B ET SOFTWARE UPDATE 6.0.X TO 6.0.5 49938 ET SOFTWARE UPDATE 6.0.3TO 6.0.4 49938A ET SOFTWARE UPDATE 6.0.3TO 6.0.5 49973 ET DATA PREP / REVIEW SYSTEM 49973A ET DATA PREP / REVIEW SYSTEM 49973B ET DATA PREP / REVIEW SYSTEM 49998 ET 6.0 DATA PREP/REVIEW SYSTEM UPG. KIT 49998A ET 6.0 DATA PREP/REVIEW SYSTEM UPG. KIT 49998B ET 6.0 DATA PREP/REVIEW SYSTEM UPG. KIT
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| Z-1259-2023 | Class II | Brainlab ExacTrac Dynamic software, Medical Cha... | Feb 14, 2023 |
| Z-0733-2022 | Class II | ExacTrac Dynamic software model numbers: 209... | Feb 25, 2022 |
| Z-1846-2021 | Class II | ExacTrac Dynamic software, Model 20910-01B ETD ... | May 14, 2021 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.
Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.
What Should You Do?
Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.