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5.0 mm Parafix Part Number 22-5011 is a suture anchor metal recallZ-0627-2012 · Innovatech Medical Resources L.P. · initiated Aug 8, 2011

Terminated All recalls posted in January 2012

Is my device affected?

  1. Compare the model, catalog and lot or serial numbers on your device or its packaging with the code information below. A recall usually covers only specific models or lots.
  2. If yours is listed, follow the instructions from Innovatech Medical Resources L.P. or your healthcare provider. The company's action is summarized under what the company is doing.
  3. Do not stop using a prescribed or implanted device on your own — talk to your healthcare provider first.

Where to find your model and lot numbers · What recall classes and statuses mean

Why it was recalled

Product is being removed from the field due to an over-label issue.

FDA root cause category: Reprocessing Controls

What the company is doing

Innovatech Medical Resources L.P. decided to recall all products resterilized and overlabeled at their facility. A firm representative would visit each customer and request that they remove the overlabeled product from their shelves and secure it. Customers could call the MSI office to get a RMA (Return Materials Authorization) for a refund on this product. For questions regarding this recall call 817-714-9066.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0627-2012
Recall class
Not yet classified by the FDA
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Aug 8, 2011
Posted by the FDA
Jan 11, 2012
Recalling firm
Innovatech Medical Resources L.P.
Quantity
1 unit
Product code
MBI
FDA submissions
K042584
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution including Texas

Product description

5.0 mm Parafix Part Number 22-5011 is a suture anchor metal Intended for rotator cuff repair.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Lot Number 205091

Other devices under the same FDA submission

1 device cleared under K042584 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

Other products in the same recall event

The FDA groups related products into one recall event (event 60049).

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