Recall Z-0351-2012 ยท FCK Instrument, Biopsy, Suction
Bard Peripheral Vascular Inc
The EnCor biopsy probe, designed for use with EnCor and EnCor Enspire Vacuum Assisted Biopsy (VAB) driver systems. The EnCor Biopsy Device is indicated for use in acquiring tissue for diagnosing breast abnormalities and is supplied sterile and intended for single use.
| Date | Dec 2, 2011 (initiated Nov 3, 2011) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Reason | This recall was voluntarily initiated by the firm due to the product 's damaged packaging trays; cracked EnCor (Trademark) packaging trays, plastic PETG tray the probe is packaged in was cracked. |
| Root cause | Packaging |
| Action | The firm sent the customer notification letter on 11/07/11, via FedEx with proof of delivery notice. The letter notified customers of the reason for recall that units from the affected lot may have packaging damage resulting from transportation. The letter instructed customers to check all inventory locations , remove any identified product, to not use the affected product, and return the affected product to Bard Peripheral Vascular, Inc., 1415 W. 3rd Street, Tempe, Arizona 85281. The letter also instructed customers to fill out the recall and effectiveness check form and fax it to 1-800-894 |
| Quantity | 64570 units |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of Canada, Europe, LAPAC, and Australia |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |
510(k) clearances named in this recall
This recall record lists no 510(k) number.