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CIDEX OPA Solution, ortho-Phthalaldehyde Solution

FDA device recall Z-0051-05 · posted 2004-10-28 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Advanced Sterilization Products
Reason for recall
Anaphylactic-like reactions were reported following repeated cystoscopy for bladder cancer patients where the scope had been reprocessed in CIDEX OPA Solution.
Action taken
Firm conducted WebEx meeting with affiliates on April 12 & 13, 2004 to discuss CIDEX OPA Solution labeling. April 23, 2004, Firm sent letters to affiliates, customers, and end users to notify of new contraindication for CIDEX OPA Solution. Same letter was sent to U.S. Healthcare facilities on April 23, 2004; to Urology M.D.s on April 28, 2004; to Urologist Nurses on May 7, 2004. Customers can call 800-370-4632 with questions.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
MED
Distribution
Worldwide
Date initiated
2004-04-12
Date posted
2004-10-28
Date terminated
2005-09-02
Location
Irvine, CA

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