Recall Z-1643-2013 ยท NLM Laparoscope, General & Plastic Surgery, Reprocessed
Surgical Instrument Service And Savings, Inc.
- ENDOPATH Resposable Bladeless Trocar, Non-Handled, w/Housing, 100mm, (Green) 10/11mm Ref. 511NA Lot 123215, 122647 - ENDOPATH Resposable Bladeless Trocar, Non-Handled, w/Housing, 100mm, (Orange) 5.0mm Ref. 35LNA Lot 123215, 122647 - ENDOPATH Resposable Trocar w/Dilating Tip Obturator & Housing, 100mm, (Orange) 5mm Ref. 35LDA Lot 122647 - ENDOPATH Resposable Trocar, Dilating Tip w/Housing, 100
| Date | Jul 1, 2013 (initiated May 3, 2013) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Reason | The seal which maintains a sterile barrier for reprocessed medical devices became compromised to the point where product may fall out of the pouch. |
| Root cause | Packaging process control |
| Action | MEDISISS sent a Correction Immediate Action Request letter dated May 2, 2013, to all affected customes. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. The letter directed the customer to inspect the products prior to use for seal integrity as specified on the product labeling: "Sterile unless package has been damaged or opened. Do not use if package is damaged." This will be followed up by a visit from the customer's sales representatives who are tasked with inspecting all the lots that may be remaining in the customer's inventory. The sales r |
| Quantity | 259 |
| Distribution | Nationwide Distribution. |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |
510(k) clearances named in this recall
| K012644 | REPROCESSED TROCARS AND CANNULAS Surgical Instruments Service and Savings, Inc., Jul 29, 2002 |