FDA Recall Terminated

Two Lead Arthroscopic Irrigation Set, for use with ARTHROMATIC Plastic Containers, Product Code 2C4030 - Approximate Length 98" (2.5. m) Usage: Baxter irrigation sets are intended for the delivery of irrigating solutions from the fluid container to the irrigation site during bladder irrigation or endoscopic procedures including cytoscopy, transurethral resection and arthroscopic procedures. the sets are intended for use with Baxter irrigating solutions in Uromatic or Arthromatic plastic containers.

Recall: Z-1683-2013 · Initiated May 15, 2013

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1683-2013
Event Number
65183
Firm
Baxter Healthcare Corp.
FEI Number
1417572
Product Code
LJH
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Packaging
Initiated
May 15, 2013
Posted
July 10, 2013
Terminated
June 16, 2015
Address
1 Baxter Pkwy, Deerfield, IL, 60015-4625

Description

Two Lead Arthroscopic Irrigation Set, for use with ARTHROMATIC Plastic Containers, Product Code 2C4030 - Approximate Length 98" (2.5. m) Usage: Baxter irrigation sets are intended for the delivery of irrigating solutions from the fluid container to the irrigation site during bladder irrigation or endoscopic procedures including cytoscopy, transurethral resection and arthroscopic procedures. the sets are intended for use with Baxter irrigating solutions in Uromatic or Arthromatic plastic containers.

Reason

A firm's internal investigation led to the discovery of pinholes in the packaging of the products. The pinholes are not likely to be detected by the end user prior to use and could compromise the sterile barrier properties of the packaging.

Action

Baxter sent an Urgent Product Recall letter dated May 15, 2013 to all affected custorners. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were requested to remove all affected products and return for credit by contacting Baxter Healthcare Center for Service at 888-229-0001. Customers were instructed to complete the attached Customer Reply Form and return it to Baxter by either faxing to 224-270-5457 or scanning and e-mailing the reply form to [email protected]

Distribution

US Nationwide Distribution

Quantity

530,488 units