FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#120616

Product

Edwards Lifesciences Suction Wand Model S099B, packaged in Sorin Group Heart/Lung Perfusion Packs.

FDA product code
DWFCatheter, Cannula And Tubing, Vascular, Cardiopulmonary Bypass
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Cardiovascular
510(k) numbers
K881330
Affected lot / code info
Model S099B

Why it was recalled

Sorin Group is recalling certain lots of Edwards Lifesciences Suction Wand Model S099B due to presence of plastic particles inside the pouch.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Material/Component Contamination

Action the firm took

On 7/8/13, customers and distributors were sent a "Field Safety Notice Product Recall" letter and requested to return unused Edwards Suction Wands found in the Perfusion Packs to the Sorin Group. Customers are to contact Sorin Group Customer Service at 1-800-650-6502 to receive instructions for returning the affected Edwards Suction Wand to Sorin. Customers were also advised to not discard affected product.

Recalling firm

Firm
Sorin Group USA, Inc.
Address
14401 W 65th Way, Arvada, Colorado 80004-3503

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Nationwide Distribution

Timeline

Recall initiated
2013-07-08
Posted by FDA
2013-08-20
Terminated
2014-01-28
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #120616. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.