ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-1517-2013 ยท DXE Catheter, Embolectomy

Invatec Llc

lnvatec SpA brand Diver C.E., Model/Catalog Numbers: DVR010014145, DVR011014145, Product is manufactured by lnvatec SpA, Roncadelle, Italy, and distributed by Invatec, Inc., Bethlehem, PA and by Medtronic Endovascular Therapies, Santa Rosa, CA The Diver C.E. product is an aspiration catheter indicated for the removal of fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from vessels in the arterial system.

DateJun 7, 2013 (initiated Mar 4, 2009)
StatusTerminated
ReasonDevices labeled for an intended use was not included in the existing 510(k) or PMA, in that, the Indications for use was modified.
Root causeLabeling False and Misleading
ActionInvatec sent an Urgent - Device Field Action letter dated March 4, 2009, to all affected customer. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were required to return a confirmation form, acknowledging the action taken, and identifying affected units in their inventory for return of the product for replacement. The firm indicated that this recall was fully executed in 2009, and this 806 captures the events that took place at that time. For questions regarding this recall call 707-566-1143.
Quantity177 units
DistributionNationwide Distribution
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K050276DIVER C.E. CATHETER
Invatec Innovative Technologies, S.R.L., Mar 7, 2005
K051917DIVER C.E. CATHETER
Invatec Innovative Technologies, S.R.L., Aug 8, 2005