FDA Recall Terminated

ev3 Inc. 4600 Nathan Lane, Plymouth, MN Protg " GPS" Self-Expanding Biliary Stent System, Sterile EO, 14 mm 60mm 80 cm, REF SERB65-14-60-80, Rx only. ev3 Inc. 4600 Nathan Lane, Plymouth, MN Protg " GPS" Self-Expanding Biliary Stent System, Sterile EO, 12 mm 60mm 80 cm, REF SERB65-12-60-80, Rx only.

Recall: Z-0626-2011 · Initiated October 30, 2010

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0626-2011
Event Number
57112
FEI Number
2183870
Product Code
FGE
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Packaging process control
Initiated
October 30, 2010
Posted
December 16, 2010
Terminated
March 29, 2012
Address
Ev3 Inc. 4600 Nathan Ln N, Plymouth, MN, 55442-2890

Description

ev3 Inc. 4600 Nathan Lane, Plymouth, MN Protg " GPS" Self-Expanding Biliary Stent System, Sterile EO, 14 mm 60mm 80 cm, REF SERB65-14-60-80, Rx only. ev3 Inc. 4600 Nathan Lane, Plymouth, MN Protg " GPS" Self-Expanding Biliary Stent System, Sterile EO, 12 mm 60mm 80 cm, REF SERB65-12-60-80, Rx only.

Reason

Mislabeled size: Specific Protg GPS lots have product labeling that does not match the actual stent sizes contained in the packages. The affected product outer packaging is labeled as a 12 mm x 60 mm Protg GPS stent but contains a 14 mm x 60 mm stent. This situation can potentially result in vessel damage. Conversely, a lot was labeled as a 14 mm x 60 mm Protg GPS stent but actually contai

Action

ev3 issued a "Medical Device Recall" letter dated September 29, 2010 to consignees. The letter described the product, Issue Summary, & Required Action. Consignees are to review inventory and remove all affected devices. ev3 representatives will contact customers to arrange for the return and credit of unused product. ev3 can be reached at 800 716-6700 concerning this recall.

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution: including the states of AZ, DE, C, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN,LA, MN, MO, NJ, NY, NC, OH, VA, and WA.

Quantity

30