Integra CUSA EXcel Sterile Tips Rx Only Single Use Only Product Usage: For usage in surgical procedures where fragmentation, emulsification and aspiration of soft and hard (e.g. bone) tissue is desirable.
FDA Recall Z-1215-2012 · Posted 2012-03-15
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Recalling FirmIntegra LifeSciences Corp
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeLFL
Date Initiated2011-10-14
Date Terminated2012-10-19
Product Quantity24
Reason for Recall
A small number of non-conforming CUSA Excel 23 KHz Standard Tip and flue (item Number C4601S) were released for distribution that did not meet Integra's in-process requirements for release. It was discovered during in-process inspection that the max power reading exceeded the specification of 80 watts, causing the stroke range of the tip to exceed it required range by up a value up to 0.002 inches
Firm Action
Integra sent an Urgent Product Recall Notification letter dated October 14, 2011 to all affected customers via US Mail. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to examine their inventory, discontinue use, quarantine and return any available affected lot numbers. Customers were instructed to distribute this communication to any customers to whom they have shipped the affected product. Customers were advise to complete the enclosed Recall Acknowledgement and Return Form and return it as soon as possible to Integra Customer Service. For questions contact Integra Customer Service at 609-936-2659.
Root Cause
Release of Material/Component prior to receiving test results
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution
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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