FDA Recall Terminated

RUSCH Easy Cath Coude Kit, 10 FR, Rx Only, Sterile, Distributed by: Teleflex Medical, Research Triangle Park, NC 27708. A tubular device that is inserted through the urethera and is used to pass fluids to or from urinary tracts.

Recall: Z-1732-2014 · Initiated May 21, 2014

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1732-2014
Event Number
68350
Firm
Teleflex Medical
FEI Number
3005747797
Product Code
KOD
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Mixed-up of materials/components
Initiated
May 21, 2014
Posted
June 9, 2014
Terminated
November 23, 2015
Address
2917 Weck Dr., Research Triangle Park, NC, 27709

Description

RUSCH Easy Cath Coude Kit, 10 FR, Rx Only, Sterile, Distributed by: Teleflex Medical, Research Triangle Park, NC 27708. A tubular device that is inserted through the urethera and is used to pass fluids to or from urinary tracts.

Reason

Product was packaged with a straight catheter rather than the correct coude (curved) catheter.

Action

Teleflex Medical sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification dated May 21, 2014, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to immediately discontinue use and quarantine any of the affected product in stock. They were to complete and return the enclosed Recall Acknowledgement Form via fax to Teleflex Medical. Upon receipt, they will be contacted by a Customer Service Representative with instructions for the return of the product to Teleflex Medical. Teleflex Medical is committed to providing high quality, safe and effective products. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this action may cause your operations. If you have any other questions, feel free to contact your local sales representative or Customer Service at 1-866-246-6990.

Distribution

US Distribution including the states of CA, FL, OH and OK.

Quantity

1000 eaches