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SeriScaffold Surgical Scaffold Product Number: SCF10X25AGEN. Surgical mesh for use in open or laparoscopic procedures.

FDA device recall Z-0794-2013 · posted 2013-02-07 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Allergen Medical
Reason for recall
Product is dual packaged in an inner and outer pouch, the outer pouch seal may be compromised and sterility may not be assured
Action taken
Allergan sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated January 8, 2013 to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. Customers are requested to quarantine and return any unused devices in inventory . In addition, customers are asked to complete and return the acknowledgement form. Customers with questions should contact Allergan at 781-658-2800, Mon- Fri, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. EST.
Root cause
Packaging process control
Status
Terminated
Product code
FTL
Quantity affected
225 units (US) and 81 (Outside US)
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-USA including the states of CA, FL, GA, MI, MN, NJ, NY, OH, OR, RI, TX, VA, and WA, and the countries of Germany, Spain, and UK.
Date initiated
2013-01-08
Date posted
2013-02-07
Date terminated
2013-07-29
Location
Medford, MA

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