Z-1461-2023 Class II Ongoing

Recalled by Baxter Healthcare Corporation — Deerfield, IL

FDA device recall Z-1461-2023 was initiated by Baxter Healthcare Corporation on March 27, 2023 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: The product is brittle and potentially crumbling upon handling or when being removed from its package. The recall status is ongoing. Affected quantity: 169 units.

Recall Details

Product Type
Devices
Report Date
May 3, 2023
Initiation Date
March 27, 2023
Termination Date
N/A
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
169 units

Product Description

GEM NEUROTUBE, Absorbable Woven Polyglycolic Acid Mesh Tube, Product Codes: a) 5311-01240-010, b) 5311-01240-012; for peripheral nerve repair

Reason for Recall

The product is brittle and potentially crumbling upon handling or when being removed from its package.

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of China, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Netherlands, Greece, Switzerland, France

Code Information

a) 5311-01240-010, Lot Number 19012112, exp. 12/31/2023; b) 5311-01240-012, Lot Number 19012112, exp. 12/31/2023