Z-2702-2017 Class I Terminated

Recalled by Penumbra Inc. — Alameda, CA

Recall Details

Product Type
Devices
Report Date
July 26, 2017
Initiation Date
June 9, 2017
Termination Date
May 9, 2019
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
155 units

Product Description

Penumbra 3D Revascularization Device It is indicated for used in the revascularization of patients with acute ischemic stroke secondary to intracranial large vessel occlusive disease (within the internal carotid, middle cerebral-M1 and M2 segments) within 8 hours of symptom onset. Patients who are ineligible for intravenous tissue plasminogen activator (IV t-PA) or who fail IV t-PA therapy are candidates for treatment.

Reason for Recall

Penumbra has identified an issue in these four lots involving a raw material component of the delivery wire. This issue could result in breakage of the delivery wire, which could potentially lead to serious patient injury or death.

Distribution Pattern

Nationwide Distribution to the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, IN, MA, MI, MN, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WV

Code Information

Lots C00644, C00645, C00646, C00717