Recall Z-1285-2013 ยท GXQ Dura Substitute
Integra LifeSciences Corporation
DuraGen XS Dural Regeneration Matrix DuraGen XS Dural Regenerative Matrix is an absorbable implant for repair of dural defects. DuraGen XS is an easy to handle, soft, white, pliable, non-friable, porous collagen matrix. DuraGen XS is supplied sterile, non-pyrogenic, for single use in double peel packages in a variety of sizes.
| Date | May 10, 2013 (initiated Mar 28, 2013) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Reason | Due to the process deviation, product lots in question may have been released with higher levels of pyrogens than permitted by the specifications for the products. |
| Root cause | Process control |
| Action | The firm, Integra, sent an "URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter dated April 9, 2013, to all US, Canada, and non-EU Integra consignees/customers. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to verify if they have any lots of the listed product, if so, STOP using that product; remove the product from service; and promptly complete and return the PRODUCT RECALL RETURN ACKNOWLEDGMENT FORM via Email: FCA@integralife.com or FAX to : 1-609-275-9445. Customer Service department will contact you to return and replace the product. "However, if y |
| Quantity | 52 boxes |
| Distribution | Worldwide distribution: USA (nationwide) including Puerto Rico and countries of: Arab Emirates, Argentina, Belgium, Brasil, Canada, Chile, China, Costa Rica, Denmark, Egypt, Spain, France, Great Britain, Italy, Japan, Peru, Singapore, Thailand, and South Africa. |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |
510(k) clearances named in this recall
| K072207 | DURAGEN XS DURAL REGENERATION MATRIX Integra Lifesciences Corp., Aug 23, 2007 |