FDA Recall Terminated

a translucent, rectangular, resorbable, collagen membrane sheet derived from bovine tissue. Colla Guide Collagen Membrane Distributed by: Riemser Inc., PO Box 12339 Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-2339 USA Kensey Nash Corporation, 735 Pennsylvania Drive, Exton, PA 19341 USA QTY 1 Sterile Rx only 15mm X 20mm Quantity 1 STERILE EO Sterilized using ethylene oxide Do not store product above 30C (86F) Do not re-use. CollaGuide Collagen Dental Membrane is indicated for simultaneous use of guided bone regeneration (GBR)-membrane and implants, augmentation around implants placed in immediate extraction sites, augmentation around implants placed in delayed extraction sockets, localized ridge augmentation for later implantation, alveolar ridge reconstruction for prosthetic treatment, filling of bone defects after root resection, cystectomy, removal of retained teeth, guided bone regeneration in dehiscence defects and guided tissue regeneration procedures in periodontal defects.

Recall: Z-1621-2012 · Initiated February 28, 2012

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1621-2012
Event Number
61819
Firm
Kensey Nash Corp
FEI Number
1000307073
Product Code
NPL
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Employee error
Initiated
February 28, 2012
Posted
May 17, 2012
Terminated
April 11, 2013
Address
735 Pennsylvania Dr, Exton, PA, 19341

Description

a translucent, rectangular, resorbable, collagen membrane sheet derived from bovine tissue. Colla Guide Collagen Membrane Distributed by: Riemser Inc., PO Box 12339 Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-2339 USA Kensey Nash Corporation, 735 Pennsylvania Drive, Exton, PA 19341 USA QTY 1 Sterile Rx only 15mm X 20mm Quantity 1 STERILE EO Sterilized using ethylene oxide Do not store product above 30C (86F) Do not re-use. CollaGuide Collagen Dental Membrane is indicated for simultaneous use of guided bone regeneration (GBR)-membrane and implants, augmentation around implants placed in immediate extraction sites, augmentation around implants placed in delayed extraction sockets, localized ridge augmentation for later implantation, alveolar ridge reconstruction for prosthetic treatment, filling of bone defects after root resection, cystectomy, removal of retained teeth, guided bone regeneration in dehiscence defects and guided tissue regeneration procedures in periodontal defects.

Reason

Recall has been initiated due to concerns regarding the sterility of the product. The firm initiated the recall because of use of inadequately sterilized product might result in patient infection,

Action

Reimser, Inc. sent an "URGENT PRODUCT RECALL-COLLAGUIDE COLLAGEN DENTAL MEMBRANE" letter dated March 12, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. The letter instructs customers to cease use, secure and quarantine affect product. Additionally, a Recall Acknowledgement Form was attached for customers to complete and return to the firm via fax to 1-800-505-4982. Contact the firm at 484-713-2197 for questions regarding this recall.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution.

Quantity

Total all sizes: 6387 units; p/n 20650-01 - 1487 units