FDA Recall Terminated

TyTek Tension Pneumothorax Access Kit TPAK 14 gauge 3.25 inch- Intended for introduction into the body to facilitate removal of air from the pleural cavity in patients with a tension pneumothorax Model Number: TM-303

Recall: Z-2610-2023 · Initiated October 5, 2020

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2610-2023
Event Number
92899
Firm
Tytek Medical Inc
FEI Number
3004551550
Product Code
GAA
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Device Design
Initiated
October 5, 2020
Posted
September 19, 2023
Terminated
March 13, 2026
Address
8904 Beckett Rd, West Chester, OH, 45069-7054

Description

TyTek Tension Pneumothorax Access Kit TPAK 14 gauge 3.25 inch- Intended for introduction into the body to facilitate removal of air from the pleural cavity in patients with a tension pneumothorax Model Number: TM-303

Reason

Updated IFU to inlclude: (1) identify the risks associated with the hazard of needle decompression and (2) improve the artwork showing placement site location

Action

TyTek New Product IFU was initially sent out to all who purchased the product on 08Dec2020 with notification on what was updated. An official field safety notice (FSN) was sent to customers on 02Aug2021.The changes to the IFUs were proactive in nature. There has been no change to the Products themselves. When used in a manner consistent with the IFUs, the Products are safe for their intended use, and we wish to reiterate that there have been no incidents whatsoever. For you reference I have attached the IFU that we originally sent you in December 2020. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you have any additional questions. The change in our IFUs for these products was implemented to: (1) identify the risks associated with the hazard of needle decompression and (2) improve the artwork showing placement site location.

Distribution

OH, SC, VA Foreign: Country Australia Denmark Finland Germany Hong Kong/China Israel SPAIN The Netherlands Turkey UAE UK

Quantity

439146 units