ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-1051-2012 ยท JXG Shunt, Central Nervous System And Components

Integra Neurosciences PR, Inc.

"***REF NL86004-01***INTEGRA NEUROSCIENCES***Step Down Connector***Non Sterile for Single Use Only***Small OD .047", Large OD .058"***Plainsboro, NJ***" Step down connector to be secure with ligature

DateFeb 16, 2012 (initiated Nov 28, 2011)
StatusTerminated
ReasonThe current packaging configuration for the non-sterile shunt accessories could lead to the potential for confusion regarding product sterility.
Root causeLabeling mix-ups
ActionIntegra sent an Urgent Product Recall Notification letter dated November 28, 2011. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to fill out and sign the attached Recall Acknowledgement Form noting the part numbers, lot numbers and quantity of the affected product in their inventory. Customers were asked to contact Integra LifeSciences Corporation International Customers Service at 609-936-5400 to arrange for Returns. If customers do not have any of the affected product in their inventory they are required to complete
Quantity322 units
DistributionWorldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and the countries of Austria, Canada, Italy, Australia
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K811288SPETZLER LUMBAR-PERITONEAL SYSTEM
American Heyer Schulte, Jun 26, 1981
K854049HEYER-SCHULTE SYRINGO PERITONEAL SHUNT
American V. Mueller, Nov 27, 1985