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Sanarus brand Centrica Rotational Core Biopsy medical device, Model/Product Code: CD-0500 (single Device); CD-1000 (5 pa

FDA device recall Z-0935-03 · posted 2003-06-12 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Sanarus Medical Inc
Reason for recall
Recent 'pre-tests' show that Argon gas has the potential to escape from the device during a biopsy procedure.
Action taken
On 5/13/03, the firm issued letters via Federal Express to all its direct consignees, informing them of the affected devices and providing instructions on the recall.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
KNW
Quantity affected
83 units
Distribution
Product was released for distribution to 10 consignees. 83 units from the lot had been shipped to consignees. The U.S. States include: MD, TN, TX, OH, and IL. The recall was appropriately extended to
Date initiated
2003-05-13
Date posted
2003-06-12
Date terminated
2003-09-15
Location
Pleasanton, CA

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Related 510(k) clearances

RecordFirmDate
MODIFICATION TO SANARUS CENTRICA CORE TISSUE BIOPSY (K022879)Sanarus Medical, Inc.2002-09-23