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Bard Soft Mesh 4"x6" (10cm x 15cm) Flat, Product Code: 0117010. The Bard Soft Mesh patch is a non-absorbable, sterile prosthesis. It has a large pore design and is constructed of knitted polypropylene monofilaments. The device classification name is "Mesh, Surgical, Polymeric".

FDA Recall Z-2239-2011 · Posted 2011-05-23

Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeFTL
Date Initiated2011-04-25
Date Terminated2011-10-28
Product Quantity198 units

Reason for Recall

Mislabeling: complaints of product labeled as Bard Soft Mesh 4" x 6" containing Bard Soft Mesh 6" x 6"

Firm Action

Davol issued an URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL notification letter to customers dated April 25, 2011, informing them the recall involving a single lot of the BARD Soft Mesh - Lot# HUUF0530. This recall has been initiated because this lot number may contain a different size patch than is indicated. Customers were instructed to immediately examine inventory and quarantine product subject to recall. Customers are asked to identify and notify their customers to whom recalled product may have been further distributed. A Recall Effectiveness Check reply form should be completed and returned to Davol via fax (401-825-8753). For directions on returning product or for questions regarding the recall, contact Davol Customer Service Department at 1-800-556-6275 or C.R. Bard's Medical Services & Support Department at 1-800-562-0027.

Root Cause

Labeling mix-ups

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide Distribution

Related FDA 510(k) Records

Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.

Official Source

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Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.

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