FDA Recall Terminated

SureSight Obturator Introducer Localization Systems (ILS) for ATEC in MRI. ILS-0914-12-OB (9G Introducer Localization Set (OB Model) for ATEC0914-12MR Handpiece Product Usage: The Sure Sight Obturator Introducer Localization System (ILS-OB) is a Hologic accessory kit. It is sold as an independent product for use with the ATEC MRI hand pieces. This sterile accessory kit is available in two lengths, is sold only in the US and has a 6 month shelf life. It contains a single use introducer stylet, introducer sheath, needle guide and localizing obturator

Recall: Z-2766-2016 · Initiated August 2, 2016

Recall

Recall Number
Z-2766-2016
Event Number
74839
Firm
Hologic, Inc
FEI Number
1000120743
Product Code
GDF
Status
Terminated
Root Cause
Process control
Initiated
August 2, 2016
Posted
September 8, 2016
Terminated
March 30, 2017
Address
250 Campus Dr, Marlborough, MA, 01752-3020

Description

SureSight Obturator Introducer Localization Systems (ILS) for ATEC in MRI. ILS-0914-12-OB (9G Introducer Localization Set (OB Model) for ATEC0914-12MR Handpiece Product Usage: The Sure Sight Obturator Introducer Localization System (ILS-OB) is a Hologic accessory kit. It is sold as an independent product for use with the ATEC MRI hand pieces. This sterile accessory kit is available in two lengths, is sold only in the US and has a 6 month shelf life. It contains a single use introducer stylet, introducer sheath, needle guide and localizing obturator

Reason

Tip Breakage at the glue joint between the obturator body and tip

Action

Hologic sent an Important Product Recall letter to customers in the United States through Certified letter. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to immediately examine their inventory and cease use of all affected recalled product. Customers were asked to complete the enclosed Recall Response Card indicating whether you have any of the recalled product on hand, as well as the quantity of product that you have in stock.

Distribution

US Nationwide Distribution

Quantity

535 units