- ACCU-PASS Suture Shuttle, 70 Degree, Upbend, (Orange) Ref. 72200419 Lot 122504 - Carpal Tunnel Release Blade Assembly, (White) Ref. 81010 Lot 123263, 122406, 122482, 123043, 122518, 122511 - ENDO-SCRUB 2, (1) Sheath, 0 Degree, For K. Storz, Medtronic Sharpsite AC, (Green) 4.0mm Ref. 19-12000 Lot 122289 - Spectrum II Disposable Suture Hook 45 degree, Right (RED) Ref. C6380 Lot 122592 Orthopedic manual surgical instrument.
FDA Recall Z-1640-2013 · Posted 2013-07-01
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Recalling FirmSurgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc.
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeLXH
Date Initiated2013-05-03
Date Terminated2013-07-11
Product Quantity34
Reason for Recall
The seal which maintains a sterile barrier for reprocessed medical devices became compromised to the point where product may fall out of the pouch.
Firm Action
MEDISISS sent a Correction Immediate Action Request letter dated May 2, 2013, to all affected customes. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. The letter directed the customer to inspect the products prior to use for seal integrity as specified on the product labeling: "Sterile unless package has been damaged or opened. Do not use if package is damaged."
This will be followed up by a visit from the customer's sales representatives who are tasked with inspecting all the lots that may be remaining in the customer's inventory. The sales representative is directed to complete a "Verification of Seal Inspection" form and return it to MEDISISS Customer Relations. Devices with unacceptable seals are to be returned to MEDISISS. The sales representative is responsible for obtaining a shipping label from customer service to enable the devices to be returned to the recalling firm via Fed Ex.
Customers with questions were instructed to call 866-866-7477.
Root Cause
Packaging process control
Distribution Pattern
Nationwide Distribution.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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