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Drape, surgical - Product Code KKX
Causa
Recall initiated due to inadequate validation/qualification of sterilization processes, and package integrity for products released for distribution as sterile.
Acción
Customed issued an "URGENT VOLUNTARY MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" notification letter dated July 10, 2015 to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customer.
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General surgery tray (kit) - Product Code LRO
Causa
Recall initiated due to inadequate validation/qualification of sterilization processes, and package integrity for products released for distribution as sterile.
Acción
Recall Notification Letter sent to direct accounts via certified mail with return receipt on January 7, 2016 and January 8, 2016.
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Heart-Valve, Allograft - Product Code MIE
Causa
The sterilization cycle for the instruments used during the procurement of the tissue from the donor had expired.
Acción
The physicians were notified by letter on 07/01/2004. Both tissues were reported implanted.
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System, x-ray, tomography, computed - Product Code JAK
Causa
5 issues. fast get ready incorrectly enabled during service procedures. contrast annotation missing for some images when manual contrast was administered. dot artifact present, intermittently, after startup. heart rate measured value incorrectly remains constant for some heart rate change conditions. doseright incorrectly enabled when the exam card specified disabling doseright. tube heat predict.
Acción
On 2/5/2015 the firm sent Customer Information Letters to their customers.
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Tape and bandage, adhesive - Product Code KGX
Causa
Contain 0.1% benzalkonium chloride in the 5/8 bandages inside the assortment which is not listed as an active ingredient in the product label.
Acción
Customers were contacted by phone and e-mail on 06/10/2015; First class letter was sent on 06/23/2015.
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Stryker is recalling rhead, uhead, sigmoid notch, remotion, radio capitellum because packaging integrity (sterile barrier) of the packaging type kit i may potentially be compromised by transportation.
Acción
Branches/Agencies were notified by Stryker of this action by e-mails on June 24, 2015 and an Urgent Medical Device Removal Letter/Acknowledgement Response Form dated June 25, 2015 was sent to the attention of the Risk Manager.
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Staple, Implantable - Product Code GDW
Causa
The product may cause an incomplete staple line to be formed and, therefore, not provide expected control of the tissue.
Acción
The firm sent letters, dated 11/21/04, to all consignees.
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Radioimmunoassay, total triiodothyronine - Product Code CDP
Causa
Asfotase alfa (strensiq) interferes with certain tosoh assays which potentially causes falsely increased or falsely decreased immunoassay test results, depending upon the assay.
Acción
The firm TOSOH Bioscience Inc., sent an "URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated March 23, 2018 to affected customers. The letter described the product, problem and action to be taken. The customers were instructed to do the following:
*Based on our revised labeling, the assays identified in Table 1 should not be used for patients who are being treated with Asfotase Alfa.
" For patients that are being treated with Asfotase Alfa, use an alternative test method that does not utilize alkaline phosphatase technology.
" Inform all medical professionals that assays utilizing alkaline phosphatase-based technologies must not be used for patients receiving Asfotase Alfa treatment. Continue to use the assays listed in Table 1 for any patients who are not receiving Asfotase Alfa treatment.
" Complete and return the attached Acknowledgement Form to Tosoh Bioscience, Inc., within 15-days of receiving this notification via Fax: 1-650-636-8651, Email: biorecallresponse@tosoh.com or Regular mail: 3600 Gantz Rd., Grove City, OH 43123.
" Maintain this notification with your laboratory records and forward this information to others who may have received this product.
" If you have obtained unexpected test results or received any complaints of illness or adverse events associated with the use of the products identified in the table above, contact Tosoh Technical Support 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (800) 248-6764.
Should you have any questions regarding this medical device recall, please feel free to call (800) 248-6764 or email: bernadette.oconnell@tosoh.com. Monday - Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (PST).
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Eye tray - Product Code OJK
Causa
Recall initiated due to inadequate validation/qualification of sterilization processes, and package integrity for products released for distribution as sterile.
Acción
Customed issued an "URGENT VOLUNTARY MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" notification letter dated July 10, 2015 to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customer.
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Asfotase alfa (strensiq) interferes with certain tosoh assays which potentially causes falsely increased or falsely decreased immunoassay test results, depending upon the assay.
Acción
The firm TOSOH Bioscience Inc., sent an "URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated March 23, 2018 to affected customers. The letter described the product, problem and action to be taken. The customers were instructed to do the following:
*Based on our revised labeling, the assays identified in Table 1 should not be used for patients who are being treated with Asfotase Alfa.
" For patients that are being treated with Asfotase Alfa, use an alternative test method that does not utilize alkaline phosphatase technology.
" Inform all medical professionals that assays utilizing alkaline phosphatase-based technologies must not be used for patients receiving Asfotase Alfa treatment. Continue to use the assays listed in Table 1 for any patients who are not receiving Asfotase Alfa treatment.
" Complete and return the attached Acknowledgement Form to Tosoh Bioscience, Inc., within 15-days of receiving this notification via Fax: 1-650-636-8651, Email: biorecallresponse@tosoh.com or Regular mail: 3600 Gantz Rd., Grove City, OH 43123.
" Maintain this notification with your laboratory records and forward this information to others who may have received this product.
" If you have obtained unexpected test results or received any complaints of illness or adverse events associated with the use of the products identified in the table above, contact Tosoh Technical Support 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (800) 248-6764.
Should you have any questions regarding this medical device recall, please feel free to call (800) 248-6764 or email: bernadette.oconnell@tosoh.com. Monday - Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (PST).
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Notas adicionales en la data
Obstetrical kit - Product Code OKV
Causa
Recall initiated due to inadequate validation/qualification of sterilization processes, and package integrity for products released for distribution as sterile.
Acción
Recall Notification Letter sent to direct accounts via certified mail with return receipt on January 7, 2016 and January 8, 2016.
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Orthopedic tray - Product Code OJH
Causa
Recall initiated due to inadequate validation/qualification of sterilization processes, and package integrity for products released for distribution as sterile.
Acción
Customed issued an "URGENT VOLUNTARY MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" notification letter dated July 10, 2015 to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customer.
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laparoscopy kit - Product Code FDE
Causa
Recall initiated due to inadequate validation/qualification of sterilization processes, and package integrity for products released for distribution as sterile.
Acción
Customed issued an "URGENT VOLUNTARY MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" notification letter dated July 10, 2015 to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customer.
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Cesarean section kit - Product Code OHM
Causa
Recall initiated due to inadequate validation/qualification of sterilization processes, and package integrity for products released for distribution as sterile.
Acción
Customed issued an "URGENT VOLUNTARY MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" notification letter dated July 10, 2015 to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customer.
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
Obstetrical kit - Product Code OKV
Causa
Recall initiated due to inadequate validation/qualification of sterilization processes, and package integrity for products released for distribution as sterile.
Acción
Customed issued an "URGENT VOLUNTARY MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" notification letter dated July 10, 2015 to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customer.
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Devon light glove in procedure kits may have holes/slits compromising sterility of the product.
Acción
Beaver-Visitec International Sales Ltd. (BVI) sent an Urgent Field Safety Notice dated May 2, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were instructed to quarantine the affected kits and return to BVI for subsequent replacement of product. A Verification Form was provided to confirm receipt of the recall notice. For questions regarding this recall call 791-906-7950.
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
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Notas adicionales en la data
Orthopedic tray - Product Code OJH
Causa
Recall initiated due to inadequate validation/qualification of sterilization processes, and package integrity for products released for distribution as sterile.
Acción
Recall Notification Letter sent to direct accounts via certified mail with return receipt on January 7, 2016 and January 8, 2016.
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Devon light glove in procedure kits may have holes/slits compromising sterility of the product.
Acción
Beaver-Visitec International Sales Ltd. (BVI) sent an Urgent Field Safety Notice dated May 2, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were instructed to quarantine the affected kits and return to BVI for subsequent replacement of product. A Verification Form was provided to confirm receipt of the recall notice. For questions regarding this recall call 791-906-7950.
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
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Neurological tray - Product Code OJG
Causa
Recall initiated due to inadequate validation/qualification of sterilization processes, and package integrity for products released for distribution as sterile.
Acción
Recall Notification Letter sent to direct accounts via certified mail with return receipt on January 7, 2016 and January 8, 2016.
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The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Devon light glove in procedure kits may have holes/slits compromising sterility of the product.
Acción
Beaver-Visitec International Sales Ltd. (BVI) sent an Urgent Field Safety Notice dated May 2, 2015, to all affected customers. Customers were instructed to quarantine the affected kits and return to BVI for subsequent replacement of product. A Verification Form was provided to confirm receipt of the recall notice. For questions regarding this recall call 791-906-7950.
U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
Notas adicionales en la data
General surgery tray (kit) - Product Code LRO
Causa
Recall initiated due to inadequate validation/qualification of sterilization processes, and package integrity for products released for distribution as sterile.
Acción
Recall Notification Letter sent to direct accounts via certified mail with return receipt on January 7, 2016 and January 8, 2016.
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Medtronic navigation is initiating a field correction due to the potential for injury which could occur as a result of cleaning the medtronic navigated cannulated taps.
Acción
Consignees were notified via Urgent Medical Device Correction Notification on 5/26/15. The letter identified the affected product and described the issue. This field correction does not require the return of the subject products. Revised instructions for use are being provided to the identified consignees.
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Fluorometer, for clinical use - Product Code KHO
Causa
A firmware bug causes incorrect values to be displayed for specific measured luminescence values.
Acción
Tecan sent an Urgent Field Corrective Action letter dated May 29, 2015 to their customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to complete the attached Customer Response Form. For questions contact your local Tecan Helpdesk.
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System, x-ray, tomography, computed - Product Code JAK
Causa
The firm was notified that the failure of the ups accessory devices used in conjunction with computed tomography x-ray systems and diagnostic imaging systems. may result in battery acid leakage, overheating and/or emission of fumes.
Acción
On 3/9/2015 the firm sent Urgent Field Safety Notices Medical Device Correction letters to their customers.