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ev3 IntraCoil Self-Expanding Peripheral Stent, Sterile EO, Model REF VT-5-60-135, Lot 4401432, Use Before 2010-07. The I

FDA device recall Z-1815-2008 · posted 2008-09-11 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Ev3, Inc
Reason for recall
Incorrect Label - an IntraCoil 5mm x 40 mm stent was labeled as a 5 mm x 60 mm stent (VT-5-40-135 was labeled as VT-5-60-135).
Action taken
ev3 representative retrieved from the consignnee the affected device on 4/4/08. A Device Reconcilliation Form was requested to be filled and returned with the product.
Root cause
Employee error
Status
Terminated
Product code
NIP
Quantity affected
3
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution including states of CA and MO.
Date initiated
2008-04-02
Date posted
2008-09-11
Date terminated
2011-12-10
Location
Plymouth, MN

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