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Elastic Knee Support. A limb orthosis (brace) is a device intended for medical purposes that is worn on the upper or low

FDA device recall Z-1665-2015 · posted 2015-05-23 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
United Surgical Associates
Reason for recall
The product does not bear the caution label regarding latex content. Potential for Allergic skin reaction
Action taken
On 4/13/2015 United Ortho emailed the affected distributor regarding the need for correction due to latex in the product and that updated labeling and instructions would be provided. United-Ortho personnel will travel to Hawaii and accompany the distributor to label the product at the sites to which it was distributed. Records will be maintained at each location.
Root cause
Error in labeling
Status
Terminated
Product code
ITQ
Quantity affected
1260
Distribution
Domestic: HI International; None
Date initiated
2015-04-13
Date posted
2015-05-23
Date terminated
2015-07-14
Location
Fort Wayne, IN

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