PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Anspach MCA Cutting Burr, DFU Rx Only Designed for cutting and shaping delicate bone, primarily in otology procedures

Reported: January 22, 2014 Initiated: March 29, 2012 #Z-0715-2014

Product Description

Anspach MCA Cutting Burr, DFU Rx Only Designed for cutting and shaping delicate bone, primarily in otology procedures

Reason for Recall

Current directions for use for the MCA cutting burs (item 18-0001) do not provide enough details regarding the intended use specifically for the MCA burrs.

Details

Recalling Firm
The Anspach Effort, Inc.
Units Affected
492 (321 US)
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and Internationally to Great Britain, Australia, Switzerland, Sweden, France, Japan, Spain, Italy, Canada, and Netherlands.
Location
Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Anspach MCA Cutting Burr, DFU Rx Only Designed for cutting and shaping delicate bone, primarily in otology procedures. Recalled by The Anspach Effort, Inc.. Units affected: 492 (321 US).
Why was this product recalled?
Current directions for use for the MCA cutting burs (item 18-0001) do not provide enough details regarding the intended use specifically for the MCA burrs.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on January 22, 2014. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0715-2014.