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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Norton Arm Kit, Product Code 711400, (previous product code 031001), Sample Kit S711400

Reported: September 8, 2021 Initiated: July 23, 2021 #Z-2390-2021

Product Description

Norton Arm Kit, Product Code 711400, (previous product code 031001), Sample Kit S711400

Reason for Recall

Affected products were manufactured with materials found to have a bioburden level exceeding the limit at which the product's sterilization process was validated. As a result, the firm cannot provide full assurance that the affected products were effectively sterilized, and the product may compromise a sterile field and increase the risk of a surgical site infection.

Details

Units Affected
124
Distribution
US nationwide distribution. No foreign distribution.
Location
Caledonia, MI

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Norton Arm Kit, Product Code 711400, (previous product code 031001), Sample Kit S711400. Recalled by Aspen Surgical Products, Inc.. Units affected: 124.
Why was this product recalled?
Affected products were manufactured with materials found to have a bioburden level exceeding the limit at which the product's sterilization process was validated. As a result, the firm cannot provide full assurance that the affected products were effectively sterilized, and the product may compromise a sterile field and increase the risk of a surgical site infection.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 8, 2021. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2390-2021.