FDA Recall Terminated

Laparotomy Pack, Part numbers 006268-8 and 007725-8. This is a custom convenience surgical instrument disposable kit. There are multiple component in this kit and the recalled item subject to recall is Medtronic Kerlix X-Ray Detectable Laparotomy Sponges, Tray Pack, 8" x 32" W/L.

Recall: Z-1868-2016 · Initiated March 21, 2016

Recall

Recall Number
Z-1868-2016
Event Number
73743
Firm
Windstone Medical Packaging, Inc.
FEI Number
1000125955
Product Code
LRS
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Packaging
Initiated
March 21, 2016
Terminated
August 16, 2016
Address
1602 4th Ave N, Billings, MT, 59101-1521

Description

Laparotomy Pack, Part numbers 006268-8 and 007725-8. This is a custom convenience surgical instrument disposable kit. There are multiple component in this kit and the recalled item subject to recall is Medtronic Kerlix X-Ray Detectable Laparotomy Sponges, Tray Pack, 8" x 32" W/L.

Reason

These packs contain item #4037 Kerlix X-ray Detectable Laparotomy Sponges which were recalled by Medtronic due to the potential for sterile barrier to be comprised at the packaging seal.

Action

Aligned Medical Solutions (AMS) sent the Urgent Medical Device Recall letter, dated March 21, 2016, and the Recall Reply Form to their consignees via email. AMS informed consignees that their AMS packs (surgical kits) contained Kerlix X-Ray Detectable Laparotomy Sponge which was recalled by Medtronic. Consignees were advised to follow the over-labeling instructions and dispose the Kerlix X-Ray Detectable Laparotomy Sponge at the time the surgical kit is opened for use. Consigneeswere instructed to follow the "Instruction for placing Recall Notice Label to Packs" and label any kits remaining inventory. Consignees should return the Reply Form via fax at 407-865-7456 or call 321-527-7714 for any questions about this recall.

Distribution

Nationwide distribution to Louisiana and Montana.

Quantity

386 units