Disclaimer: This site aggregates publicly available data from official government sources (FDA, ClinicalTrials.gov, PubMed, SEC EDGAR) for general reference only. It does NOT constitute medical advice, diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or investment advice.

Terminated

Cranial Access Kit (INS-HITH) included in External CSF Drainage Kit convenience Kit #31176. The kit contains: one Hermetic Large Style Ventricular Catheter Set, one Ventricular Drainage System, one INS-HITH Cranial Access Kit, one Sodium Chloride 10 ml, and one Suture 2-0 silk.

FDA Recall Z-1097-04 · Posted 2004-07-20

Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeHCA
Date Initiated2003-03-19
Date Terminated2004-08-05
Product Quantity6 kits

Reason for Recall

The outer labeling of the convenience kit indicates that an additional bottle of Sodium Chloride (saline) solution is included in the Custom Kit 31176; however, an additional bottle of 1% Xylocaine was included in the Custom Kit.

Firm Action

The recalling firm telephoned the customer on 3/19/03. The recalling firm followed up with a recall letter on 3/24/03.

Root Cause

Other

Distribution Pattern

The product was shipped to one hospital in NY.

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.

↑