PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

Berkeley Disposa-Filter used with Berkeley VC-10 Vacuum Curettage System - Product Usage: designed for rapid transcervical aspiration of the uterine cavity. Part# 54298-10/pack

Reported: October 23, 2019 Initiated: September 12, 2019 #Z-0159-2020

Product Description

Berkeley Disposa-Filter used with Berkeley VC-10 Vacuum Curettage System - Product Usage: designed for rapid transcervical aspiration of the uterine cavity. Part# 54298-10/pack

Reason for Recall

Berkeley Disposa-Filter may possess an insufficient ultrasonic weld defect which joins the two-halves of the filter cartridge, thus the housing could separate

Details

Units Affected
1106 boxes (10 filters/box)
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.
Location
Center Valley, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Berkeley Disposa-Filter used with Berkeley VC-10 Vacuum Curettage System - Product Usage: designed for rapid transcervical aspiration of the uterine cavity. Part# 54298-10/pack. Recalled by Olympus Corporation of the Americas. Units affected: 1106 boxes (10 filters/box).
Why was this product recalled?
Berkeley Disposa-Filter may possess an insufficient ultrasonic weld defect which joins the two-halves of the filter cartridge, thus the housing could separate
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on October 23, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0159-2020.