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Alcon Custom Pak

FDA device recall Z-0053-2018 · posted 2017-08-25 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Alcon Research, LTD.
Reason for recall
Alcon is initiating a medical device recall, after receiving notification from a supplier of a recall for x-ray detectable sponges. The one product referenced in the supplier recall notification, is used within Alcon Custom Paks.
Action taken
The medical user was sent a customer recall notification letter on 8/7/17. The medical user is requested to return the unused, affected Custom Paks to Alcon. Upon receipt and verification, Alcon will destroy the affected sponges in a controlled manner via physical destruction.
Root cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Status
Terminated
Product code
LRO
Quantity affected
33 units
Distribution
States in the US - WI, NY, MO
Date initiated
2017-08-08
Date posted
2017-08-25
Date terminated
2019-08-05
Location
Houston, TX

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