FDA Recall Terminated

lnvatec SpA brand Diver C.E., Model/Catalog Numbers: DVR010014145, DVR011014145, Product is manufactured by lnvatec SpA, Roncadelle, Italy, and distributed by Invatec, Inc., Bethlehem, PA and by Medtronic Endovascular Therapies, Santa Rosa, CA The Diver C.E. product is an aspiration catheter indicated for the removal of fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from vessels in the arterial system.

Recall: Z-1517-2013 · Initiated March 4, 2009

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1517-2013
Event Number
65289
Firm
Invatec Llc
FEI Number
3006466080
Product Code
DXE
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Labeling False and Misleading
Initiated
March 4, 2009
Posted
June 7, 2013
Terminated
June 10, 2013
Address
3101 Emrick Blvd, Bethlehem, PA, 18020-8037

Description

lnvatec SpA brand Diver C.E., Model/Catalog Numbers: DVR010014145, DVR011014145, Product is manufactured by lnvatec SpA, Roncadelle, Italy, and distributed by Invatec, Inc., Bethlehem, PA and by Medtronic Endovascular Therapies, Santa Rosa, CA The Diver C.E. product is an aspiration catheter indicated for the removal of fresh, soft emboli and thrombi from vessels in the arterial system.

Reason

Devices labeled for an intended use was not included in the existing 510(k) or PMA, in that, the Indications for use was modified.

Action

Invatec sent an Urgent - Device Field Action letter dated March 4, 2009, to all affected customer. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were required to return a confirmation form, acknowledging the action taken, and identifying affected units in their inventory for return of the product for replacement. The firm indicated that this recall was fully executed in 2009, and this 806 captures the events that took place at that time. For questions regarding this recall call 707-566-1143.

Distribution

Nationwide Distribution

Quantity

177 units