FDA Recall Terminated

Lipofilter 3000, model ASP-CAN-2, labeled in part ***MicroAire, 1641 Edlich Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911, USA*** Product Usage: A fat collection canister intended for use during liposuction procedures.

Recall: Z-1792-2012 · Initiated April 26, 2012

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1792-2012
Event Number
61853
Firm
MicroAire Surgical Instruments, LLC
FEI Number
2020601
Product Code
GCY
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Component change control
Initiated
April 26, 2012
Posted
June 9, 2012
Terminated
November 21, 2012
Address
1641 Edlich Dr, Charlottesville, VA, 22911-5839

Description

Lipofilter 3000, model ASP-CAN-2, labeled in part ***MicroAire, 1641 Edlich Drive, Charlottesville, VA 22911, USA*** Product Usage: A fat collection canister intended for use during liposuction procedures.

Reason

Medical device was not manufactured under Good Manufacturing Procedures and a user may be unable to sterilize the device according to procedures.

Action

MicroAire Surgical Instrument sent a Device Removal Notice letter dated April 26, 2012 to all affected customers. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were advised to recover the affected product from inventory and quarantine. Customers were instructed to contact MicroAire Customer Service Department at 800-975-8000 or 434-975-8000 to arrange for return and replacement of the affected product. For questions call 434-975-8336 or email [email protected].

Distribution

US Nationwide Distribution including the states of CA, OH and NY.

Quantity

15 devices