FDA Recall Terminated

Powerlink System for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (Endoluminal Bifurcated Prosthesis with Delivery System) Model No. 25-16-140BL

Recall: Z-0592-06 · Initiated December 14, 2005

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0592-06
Event Number
34219
Firm
Endologix Inc
FEI Number
1000125107
Product Code
MIH
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Other
Initiated
December 14, 2005
Posted
March 22, 2006
Terminated
March 22, 2012
Address
13900 Alton Pkwy, Ste 122, Irvine, CA, 92618-1621

Description

Powerlink System for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (Endoluminal Bifurcated Prosthesis with Delivery System) Model No. 25-16-140BL

Reason

The tip may separate from the catheter sheath inner core during insertion of the graft. The delivery catheter is being recalled. The implanted devices are not affected.

Action

The three affected hospitals were contacted telephone and in writing (Recall Letters) sent via FedEx Endologix field personnel are scheduled to remove the product units by 12/16/05. Notices for Phase II of recall to 8 additional consignees for 6 additional models (9 lots) being recalled mailed 12/19-12/22/05.

Distribution

For units still in distribution: AZ, DE, KS, PA, & TN

Quantity

28 (25 already used and 3 currently in distribution)