FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#99461

Product

Integra NeuroSciences, Combo Kit, Lot 171237, Integra LifeSciences 3498 West 2400 South, West Valley City, UT 84119. A kit for cranial access containing multiple necessary components to create the burr hole which is used to gain access to the cranial vault for the purpose of providing a portal for catheter placement.

FDA product code
HBGDrills, Burrs, Trephines & Accessories (Manual)
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Neurology
510(k) numbers
K961113
Affected lot / code info
Lot 171237

Why it was recalled

Outer packaging of Combo Kit was mislabeled with an incorrect lot number.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Labeling mix-ups

Action the firm took

Integra LifeSciences Corp. sent a " Urgent Product Recall Notification" letter dated February 22, 2011, to the only affected consignee. It was reported the Combo Kits of SPOO98 / INS- 4500 ( Hermetic Large Style Ventricular Catheter set and drill set for NY) - Catalog # 31046 Lot Number 171237, Outer packages were labeled incorrectly. The customer was advised to return this, and they would be replaced with correctly labeled product. The issue is easily recognizable, and does not pose a safety risk to patients. An acknowledgement form was included to be returned to Integra. Further information is available at 609-936-2485.

Recalling firm

Firm
Integra LifeSciences Corp.
Address
311 Enterprise Dr, Plainsboro, New Jersey 08536-3344

Distribution

Distribution pattern
Nationwide Distribution -- including the state of New York.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2011-02-22
Posted by FDA
2011-05-13
Terminated
2011-05-13
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #99461. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.