ClearanceBrief
Recall Z-0041-05 ยท HRX Arthroscope

Linvatec Corp.

Ultra Power Burs, Sterile, Single-Use.

DateOct 23, 2004 (initiated Aug 26, 2004)
StatusTerminated
ReasonThe pouch containing the sterile product is not completely seal on all products. Therefore , the sterility of the device is questionable.
Root causePackaging process control
ActionEach consignee will be notified by telephone, email, letter or UPS overnight delivery. They will be asked to return the affected product to Linvatec, Largo, Florida for credit or no-cost replacement. A returned goods authorization number will be assigned for the returned product.
Quantity58510 units
DistributionDistributed to 492 customers throughout the United States, and 301 customers internationally.
FDA recordOpen on fda.gov

510(k) clearances named in this recall

K781979SURGAIRTOME TWO
American Sterilizer Co., Dec 20, 1978
K981636INTEGRATED DRIVE/PUMP SYSTEM
Linvatec Corp., Aug 20, 1998