FDA Recall Terminated

27023WU Balloon Catheter, 3 Fr., 2/pkg, sterile, contains latex. The RUSCH ureter occlusion catheter is indicated for the routine occlusion of the ureter to prevent the movement of stone fragments during treatment. The coaxial catheters will also allow simultaneous drainage of urine or infusion of other solutions.

Recall: Z-1728-2013 · Initiated May 31, 2013

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1728-2013
Event Number
65505
Firm
Karl Storz Endoscopy America Inc
FEI Number
2020550
Product Code
GBA
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Packaging
Initiated
May 31, 2013
Posted
July 13, 2013
Terminated
July 15, 2013
Address
15 Wells St, Southbridge, MA, 01550-4503

Description

27023WU Balloon Catheter, 3 Fr., 2/pkg, sterile, contains latex. The RUSCH ureter occlusion catheter is indicated for the routine occlusion of the ureter to prevent the movement of stone fragments during treatment. The coaxial catheters will also allow simultaneous drainage of urine or infusion of other solutions.

Reason

Karl Storz Endoscopy-America has initiated the recall of the 27023WU Balloon Catheter because the packaging may be compromised, and therefore the sterility of the product could be affected.

Action

The firm, Karl Storz, sent a "A SAFETY ALERT-ATTENTION NEEDED" letter dated May 31, 2013 to all customers who purchased the 27023WU Balloon Catheter. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to check their inventory and to return the recalled product back to Karl Storz.. The customers were also instructed to complete and fax back the Recall Response Form attached with the safety alert letter at Fax #424-218-8559. If you have any questions, please feel free to call 424-218-8289.

Distribution

US distribution to: AZ, FL, IL, IN and TX.

Quantity

40 units