KyphXR brand KyphoPak Tray, a Introducer Tool kit for Inflation Syringe Kyphon Catalog Number: KPT1001, KPT1002, KPT1003, KPT1501, KPT1503, KPT2002, KPT2003 The medical device is distributed by Kyphon under the brand name KyphX Xpander Inflation Syringe. This medical device is provided as an individual stand-alone package (which also contains an accessory locking syringe device) and as an individually packaged component of the KyphoPak Tray. The Inflation Syringe packaging and contents are identical whether provided as a stand-alone package or as a component of the KyphoPak Tray.
FDA Recall Z-0147-04 · Posted 2004-07-20
Recalling FirmKyphon Inc
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeDXT
Date Initiated2003-10-13
Date Terminated2004-03-08
Product Quantity771 syringes
Reason for Recall
Devices for which sterility may be compromised as evidenced by a loss of package integrity.
Firm Action
On October 13, 2003, all consignees were notified via letter and on-site visit by a Kyphon sales representative, informing them of the affected devices and providing instructions on the recall.
Root Cause
Other
Distribution Pattern
There were a total of 188 direct customers that received the recalled product distributed by Kyphon. There were 0 (zero) wholesaler dealers, distributors, retailers that received the recalled product distributed by Kyphon. The recalled product was distributed in the United States only. Recalled product was distributed by Kyphon to one VA hospital, VA Medical Center of San Diego, 3350 La Jolla Village Dr. San Diego, CA 92161. There were no shipments to foreign or Canadian distribution.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.