| | Class 2 Device Recall Brachytherapy Applicator |  |
| Date Initiated by Firm | April 03, 2026 |
| Date Posted | July 09, 2026 |
| Recall Status1 |
Open3, Classified |
| Recall Number | Z-2711-2026 |
| Recall Event ID |
98704 |
| 510(K)Number | K161688 |
| Product Classification |
System, applicator, radionuclide, remote-controlled - Product Code JAQ
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| Product | Brand Name: Brachytherapy Applicator
Product Name: Advanced Gynecological Applicator
Product Description: The intended use of the Advanced Gynecological Applicator is intracavitary brachytherapy for cancer treatment of the cervix and endometrium. Optional needles can be placed for interstitial brachytherapy. |
| Code Information |
Lot Code: 08717213055001, 08717213055018, 08717213055025, 08717213055049,
08717213055056, 08717213055063, 08717213055087, 08717213055094,
08717213055100, 08717213055117, 08717213055131
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| FEI Number |
1037831
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Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
Elekta, Inc. 400 Perimeter Center Ter NE Ste 50 Atlanta GA 30346-1227
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| For Additional Information Contact | Elekta Care Support 001-855-6935358 |
Manufacturer Reason for Recall | Due to safety concerns regarding the detachment of the tip of the intrauterine tube (IU tube) that may remain within a patient. |
FDA Determined Cause 2 | Process control |
| Action | On 04/03/2026, an "IMPORTANT FIELD SAFETY NOTIFICATION/URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE CORRECTION" Letter was sent via email informing customers of a safety concern regarding detachment of the tip of an Intrauterine tube (IU tube) with a 4 mm diameter.
Customers are instructed to:
To prevent any potential health risks related to a detached tip, we emphasize the importance of adhering to the Instructions for Use:
" Do not use an IU tube beyond its 3-year life expectancy or 300 reprocessing cycles, whichever comes first.
" During the treatment preparation phase, before insertion of the applicator: Visually inspect parts for indication of damage, weakening, bending, cracks, corrosion, or general deterioration.
" Inspect joints and connections on play, strength or other forms of degradation.
In addition, we recommend the following:
" Inspect the end of the IU tube to ensure that there is no gap between the tip and the fiber tube and that the tip is not detached.
" During inspection, insertion and removal: avoid the use of excessive force that could damage the IU tube.
" After removal: Ensure that all applicator parts have been removed from the patient and that the tip is not detached.
In case you find a damaged or detached IU tube tip, remove it from clinical use and contact Elekta for a replacement.
For Questions-
Region America
Application.Support.NA@elekta.com
Tel: +1 855 6935358
https://www.elekta.com
Region Asia Pacific
HK.TW.Support@elekta.com
Tel: + 852 2891 2208
https://www.elekta.com
Japan
Japan-fco@elekta.com
Tel: + 81 3 6722 3800
Fax: +81 3 6436 4231
https://www.elekta.com
Region China
FCO.CN@elekta.com
Tel : + 86 800 810 2550
https://www.elekta.com
Region Europe
Support.europe@elekta.com
Tel : + 46 8 587 254 00
https://www.elekta.com
Region Turkey, India & Middle East
support.rma@elekta.com
Turkey
Tel: +90 216 444 6374
India
Tel: +1-800-103-7454
Middle East
Tel: +00 800 4000 5000
https://www.elekta.com |
| Quantity in Commerce | 586 |
| Distribution | Worldwide - U.S. Nationwide distribution including in the states of AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, SD, TX, UT, VA, WI, and WV. The countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belgium, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Iran (Islam Republic of), Iraq, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Korea (Republic of), Kosovo, Malaysia, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russian Federation, Rwanda, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Togo, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Venezuela, Viet Nam, and Zambia. |
| Total Product Life Cycle | TPLC Device Report |
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1 A record in this database is created when a firm initiates a correction or removal action. The record is updated if the FDA identifies a violation and classifies the action as a recall, and it is updated for a final time when the recall is terminated. Learn more about medical device recalls. 2 Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall. 3 The manufacturer has initiated the recall and not all products have been corrected or removed. This record will be updated as the status changes.
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| 510(K) Database | 510(K)s with Product Code = JAQ
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