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Terminated

HealthTronics Endocare 3.8mm RenalCryo Cryoprobe, R3.8L. The Endocare CryoProbe is an accessory probe intended for use with the CryoCare Surgical System, for freezing and ablation of tissue.

FDA Recall Z-0825-2013 · Posted 2013-02-15

Recalling FirmHealthtronics, Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeGEH
Date Initiated2012-12-20
Date Terminated2013-04-22
Product Quantity50 units

Reason for Recall

The Endocare 3.8mm RenalCryo Cryoprobe is being recalled because the label on the outer box has the incorrect expiration date.

Firm Action

Healthtronics sent an Urgent Device Recall letter dated December 20, 2012, to all affected customers that allows tracking. The letter included a suggested format/content for a correction status/acknowledgement letter. The customer was requested to complete the verification section of the recall letter and return all affected products to Healthtronics. A return material authorization (RMA) and pre-paid FedEx return labels was provided for all customers. All affected Healthtronics field personnell were notified of the recall via email. For questions regarding this recall call 512-439-8355.

Root Cause

Incorrect or no expiration date

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide Distribution including CA, CO, FL, GA, NC, NJ, OH, TX, and WI

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.

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