Epsilon Skin Tensioner:Rx, Sterile Sterilized using Gamma. Turns Red if sterilized using Gamma; Product Usage: Skin Tensioner is applied to patients scalp during follicular harvesting during hair restoration procedure. Product applies tension to scalp to facilitate follicular extractions.
FDA Recall Z-0353-2014 · Posted 2013-11-18
Recalling FirmRestoration Robotics
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeONA
Date Initiated2013-10-13
Date Terminated2013-12-10
Product Quantity515 in US. 315 International.(included all packaging configurations)
Reason for Recall
Reports of discoloration (residue) on the pins of the skin tensioner have been received by several customers. Discoloration due to insufficient cleaning of stainless steel pins during passivation process. The residue has
been identified as a compound of iron and chlorine.
Firm Action
Restoration Robotics sent an Urgent Recall letters dated October 13, 2013 to all distributors via first class mail. Direct accounts were notified by phone as well as fax. Customers were informed of the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Replacement products are being distributed to each site and will be delivered to each customer. For questions call 408-883-6760
Root Cause
Process control
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution - USA Nationwide in the countries of: Korea, Japan, Singapore, Thailand, United Kingdom, Canada, and Taiwan.
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.