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Penumbra Neuron 5F Select Catheter, Neuro Deliver/Intracranial Access System Catheter, manufactured by Penumbra, Inc., A

FDA device recall Z-2049-2009 · posted 2009-09-08 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Penumbra Inc.
Reason for recall
Leakage-- Due to a manufacturing error, some products may have a fold in the innermost layer, causing disruption in the layering process and may result in blow holds or exposed wire braids, which may result in further damage.
Action taken
Penumbra, Inc. initiated Recall activities on May 29, 2009. The Firm notified consignees via telephone and email of the problem and asked them to return the product to Penumbra. For further information, contact Penumbra, Inc. at 1-510-748-3223.
Root cause
Process control
Status
Terminated
Product code
DQY
Quantity affected
9 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- US (IA, NJ, NY and VA), and Canada.
Date initiated
2009-07-02
Date posted
2009-09-08
Date terminated
2011-01-05
Location
Alameda, CA

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