FDA Recall Terminated

Integra(TM) Jarit(R) Take-Apart Endoscopic Instruments. Integra(TM) Jarit(R) Take-Apart Endoscopic Instruments are intended for use in laparoscopic gynecological surgery and other operative procedures under endoscopic observations. For use when a rigid endoscopic instrument for grasping, dissecting and/or other manipulation of soft tissue is determined to be appropriate by the surgeon.

Recall: Z-2028-2012 · Initiated May 23, 2012

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2028-2012
Event Number
62464
Firm
Integra Limited
FEI Number
3001700044
Product Code
KNF
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Nonconforming Material/Component
Initiated
May 23, 2012
Posted
July 18, 2012
Terminated
March 19, 2013
Address
311 Enterprise Dr, Plainsboro, NJ, 08536-3344

Description

Integra(TM) Jarit(R) Take-Apart Endoscopic Instruments. Integra(TM) Jarit(R) Take-Apart Endoscopic Instruments are intended for use in laparoscopic gynecological surgery and other operative procedures under endoscopic observations. For use when a rigid endoscopic instrument for grasping, dissecting and/or other manipulation of soft tissue is determined to be appropriate by the surgeon.

Reason

The Integra(TM) Jarit(R) Take-Apart Laparoscopic Instrument shafts were released with internal component out of specification.

Action

Integra sent a Urgent Field Corrective Action letter dated May 23, 2012, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. The letter instructed customers and sales reps to return the instruments identified on the attached part number list and complete a "Field Corrective Action Acknowledgement and Return Form" to be completed and returned to the firm. We apologize for any inconvenience this issue may cause you. Please call Integra Surgical Customer Service at 800-431-1123 if you have any questions.

Distribution

USA (nationwide) including the states of AZ, CA, IL, MA, MN, NJ, OK, TN, TX, VA, WA and WI.

Quantity

108