FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#149708

Product

Dr. Newman Surgical Procedure Pack, kit numbers PSS1689 PSS1689(A convenience custom kits used for general surgery in hospital operating room

FDA product code
FSYLight, Surgical, Ceiling Mounted
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
General, Plastic Surgery
Affected lot / code info
Lot Numbers/ Expiration Dates:  58460 7/10/2015 60260 7/18/2015 61708 10/14/2015 65115 11/17/2015 61937 11/29/2015 64687 1/12/2016 68445 3/17/2016 66915 7/5/2016 57957 7/21/2016 67620 9/29/2016 70297 10/26/2016 73096 11/12/2016 72508 11/21/2016 73565 12/20/2016 74851 1/23/2017 75802 4/30/2017 79176 5/5/2017 79475 5/26/2017 79793 6/27/2017

Why it was recalled

The Medtronic COVER LIGHT HANDLE DISPOSABLE GLOVES, Part # 13140, of the custom AMS kit were recalled because gloves may contain splits or holes compromising sterility.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Unknown/Undetermined by firm

Action the firm took

Aligned Medical Solutions (AMS) sent the Medtronic Urgent Medical Device for Devon Light Glove letter, dated April 23, 2015 to all affected consignees. Consignees were informed that the sterile kits assembled and distributed by AMS contain the recalled Devon COVER LIGHT HANDLE DISPOSABLE Glove (AMS part #13140 or Medtronic part # 571711) due to splits or holes. Consignees were advised to identify any remaining affected kits and follow the over-labeling instruction. At the time the kit is opened for use, any light gloves should be identified and disposed of pursuant to the medical waste policies in effect at your institution. AMS can provide replacement product if needed or you can contact your local Medtronic sales rep for sterile replacements as well. Due to the manufacturing process and finished sterilized packs in inventory, or at your facility, over labeling of inventory and/or future shipment affected by this recall will be labeled with a sticker attached to each pack. This sticker will read: RECALL NOTICE Medtronic announced the recall l of Devon Light Glove contained in this kit after it was sealed and sterilized. All other components in the kit are not affected by this recall. 1. At the time the kit is opened for use any Light Glove manufactured by Medtronic should be identified and set aside 2. The recalled light glove should be rendered unusable to protect against inadvertent use and disposed of pursuant to the medical waste policies in effect at your institution. Consignees should complete the attached Reply Form and fax to AMS at 406-256-9875. For any questions about this recall, please call 321-527-7714. For questions regarding this recall call 404-259-6387.

Recalling firm

Firm
Windstone Medical Packaging, Inc.
Address
1602 4th Ave N, Billings, Montana 59101-1521

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Nationwide Distribution to California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, New Jersey, Nevada, Texas, Virginia, and Wyoming.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2015-04-22
Terminated
2016-10-25
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #149708. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.