FDA Recall Terminated

Thread-like wire marker

Recall: Z-1200-2021 · Initiated February 3, 2021

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1200-2021
Event Number
87317
Firm
Somatex Medical Technologies GMBH Hohenzollerndamm 150-151 Berlin Germany
FEI Number
1000408433
Product Code
MIJ
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
February 3, 2021
Terminated
January 13, 2022

Description

Thread-like wire marker

Reason

This recall has been initiated due to the risk of wire splintering after contact with a cautery device during the removal of a lesion. There is a potential risk that wire fragments are not removed during the procedure and stays inside the patient's body.

Action

On 1/22/2021, Somatex issued an Urgent Medical Device Removal notice to customers via e-mail for Tuflex and Tuflex Premium marking wires. This recall has been initiated due to the risk of wire splintering after contact with a cautery device during the removal of a lesion.

Distribution

Domestic: Mo, NJ, OH

Quantity

196 pieces