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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Nitinol Staple, Elastic Staple Large-Symmetrical, Sterile R, Model #: a) ES-18x14; b) ES-20x20; c) ES-25x22

Reported: June 27, 2018 Initiated: April 13, 2018 #Z-2263-2018

Product Description

Nitinol Staple, Elastic Staple Large-Symmetrical, Sterile R, Model #: a) ES-18x14; b) ES-20x20; c) ES-25x22

Reason for Recall

During a retrospective review of sterilization records, TriMed has determined that evidence of quarterly dose audits/verification required to comply with the regulations could not be found. Sterilization records indicate that all lots of staples were irradiated to at least the defined dose. There is a risk that this issue could result in patient infection if not properly sterilized.

Details

Recalling Firm
TriMed Inc.
Units Affected
323
Distribution
U.S.: IL, UT, PA, NJ, WA, TX, NV, CA, NC, MS, KS, MO, MN, FL; OUS: Australia and Sweden
Location
Santa Clarita, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Nitinol Staple, Elastic Staple Large-Symmetrical, Sterile R, Model #: a) ES-18x14; b) ES-20x20; c) ES-25x22. Recalled by TriMed Inc.. Units affected: 323.
Why was this product recalled?
During a retrospective review of sterilization records, TriMed has determined that evidence of quarterly dose audits/verification required to comply with the regulations could not be found. Sterilization records indicate that all lots of staples were irradiated to at least the defined dose. There is a risk that this issue could result in patient infection if not properly sterilized.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 27, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2263-2018.