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Spectranetics Quick-Cross Support Catheters, .035in x 90cm, REF#: 518-036, Sterile, Manufactured by: Spectranetics, Colo

FDA device recall Z-0698-2008 · posted 2008-02-05 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Spectranetics Corporation
Reason for recall
Mislabeling: Catheters were placed into mis-labeled inner pouches as REF Number 518-037, 135 cm--the exterior box labeling is correct as 90 cm.
Action taken
Consignees were notified by Dear Healthcare provider letter on 12/10/2007 and were told that a sales rep would remove and replace all affected catheters.
Root cause
Packaging process control
Status
Terminated
Product code
DQY
Quantity affected
64
Distribution
Nationwide including states of FL, IL, IN, MO, NC, NY, TX, and UT.
Date initiated
2007-12-10
Date posted
2008-02-05
Date terminated
2008-02-08
Location
Colorado Springs, CO

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