FDA Recall Terminated

Cellfina Prep Pack, Part No. CP1

Recall: Z-0749-2017 · Initiated November 14, 2016

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0749-2017
Event Number
75682
Firm
Ulthera Inc
FEI Number
3006560326
Product Code
OUP
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Other
Initiated
November 14, 2016
Posted
December 13, 2016
Terminated
September 13, 2017
Address
1840 S Stapley Dr, Ste 200, Mesa, AZ, 85204-6681

Description

Cellfina Prep Pack, Part No. CP1

Reason

It was discovered that a non-sterile vacuum tube is supplied within the pack, although the Instructions for Use (IFU) describe the use of a sterile vacuum tube as part of the procedure setup.

Action

Ulthera sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated November 15, 2016, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. It was discovered that a non-sterile vacuum tube is supplied within the pack, although the Instructions for Use (IFU) describe the use of a sterile vacuum tube as part of the procedure setup. Customers are informed of the actions to be taken. Customers with any technical or logistical questions are instructed to contact technical support at Ulthera, Inc. at (480) 619-4069. The letter informs the customers with questions related to their Cellfina business are instructed to contact Merz North America at 888-751-7546 or at [email protected].

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - US Distribution and to the countries of :Europe (Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland, Spain, UK)

Quantity

6562 units