Elekta Cervical/Intrauterine Brachytherapy System Safety Recall

ANSM has published a safety alert documenting Elekta's recall of cervical/intrauterine brachytherapy systems under reference R2610148. The agency confirms that affected users have received direct notification from Elekta with details of the safety action. This follows Elekta's implementation of a corrective measure for the radiation therapy device.

Healthcare facilities using Elekta brachytherapy equipment must review the manufacturer correspondence to identify affected units and implement required corrective actions. Radiation oncology departments and clinical engineering teams should cross-reference serial numbers and take immediate steps to comply with Elekta's instructions to avoid patient treatment risks.