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SilverHawk Peripheral Cutter Driver Plaque Excision System REF Catalog No: FG 02550, Sterilized with gamma radiation, Ma

FDA device recall Z-1162-2010 · posted 2010-03-18 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Ev3, Inc.
Reason for recall
ev3 Inc. is conducting a voluntary recall of specific lots of the SilverHawk Cutter Drivers (Model Number FG 02550) because of damage to the packaging.
Action taken
Consignees were sent an ev3 "Medical Device Recall" letter dated January 21, 2010. The letter was addressed to Cath Lab Manger/Risk Manager. The letter described the Issue Summary, Affected Product, and Required Action. The letter instructed customers to locate and remove from use the specified Cutter Driver(s). Customers are to complete and return the "Device Recall Field Action Reconciliation Form." An ev3 rep will assist in arranging for the return of all unused product and a replacement will be provided. Questions regarding the recall should be directed to ev3 Customer Service at 1-800-716-6700.
Root cause
Packaging change control
Status
Terminated
Product code
MCW
Quantity affected
8,330
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution -- USA, with the exception of AK and VT, and countries of AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, BRAZIL, CANADA, CHINA, CZECH REPUBLIC, FRANCE, GERMANY, INDIA, IRELAND, ISRAEL, ITALY, JORDAN, LEBANO
Date initiated
2010-01-21
Date posted
2010-03-18
Date terminated
2012-04-26
Location
Plymouth, MN

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