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AngioDynamics VenaCure EVLT NeverTouch-FRS PROCEDURE KIT… recallZ-1406-2013 · Angiodynamics, Inc. · initiated Apr 30, 2013

Class II Terminated All recalls posted in May 2013

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 Angiodynamics, Inc. 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.

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Why it was recalled

AngioDynamics Inc., is recalling Micro Introducer Kits and VenaCure EVLT NeverTouch Procedure Kits, because the potential exists that the micro Introducer (sheath/dilator) packaged within the kit could be the wrong French size.

FDA root cause category: Labeling mix-ups

What the company is doing

AngioDynamics sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated April 29, 2013, to all customers by Fed Ex. The letter identified the affected product, problem and actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to lmmediately remove the affected product from inventory and call AngioDynamics, Inc. Customer Service at 1-800-772-6446 to obtain a replacement or credit for your returned product and to obtain UPS Account Number to return the package via second day delivery. Customers are instructed to segregate and return all affected devices to: AngioDynamics 603 Queensbury Avenue Queensbury, NY 12804 Attn: Micro Introducer and VenaCure EVLT NeverTouch Procedure Kits Recall Coordinator. Write the RMA number on the shipping box (Provied on the Recall Verification Tracking Form). Promptly complete, sign and return the enclosed Reply Verification Tracking Form (even if you do not have any product to return); following the directions on the notification form and the Reply Verification Form. Send the Reply Verification form to AngioDynamics either via Fax or Emai. Fax Reply Verification Tracking Form to: Attn: Micro Introducer and VenaCure EVLT NeverTouch Procedure Kits Recall Coordinatory Fax number 1-518-798-1360 or Email Reply Verification Tracking Form to: [email protected].

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1406-2013
Recall class
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Apr 30, 2013
Posted by the FDA
May 25, 2013
Recalling firm
Angiodynamics, Inc.
Quantity
Domestic Only: 1) 300 units, 2) 300 units, 3) 151 units.
Product code
GEX
FDA submissions
K102796
Distribution
USA Nationwide Distribution including the states of: IL, GA, CA, NY OH, AZ, TX, NE, FL, PA, NC, WI, AL, IN, CO, MO, MT, NE, MA, VA, AK, IN, MI, NJ, MD, TN, CT, WA, MN

Product description

AngioDynamics VenaCure EVLT NeverTouch-FRS PROCEDURE KIT under the following labeling: 1) Gold-Tipped Fiber 45cm Kit, Catalog Number: 11403301; 2) Gold-Tipped Fiber 65cm Kit, Catalog Number: 11403302; 3) Gold-Tipped Fiber 90cm Kit, Catalog Number: 11403304. Product Usage: This device is intended to be used to measure the refractive power and the radius of corneal curvature of the human eye.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Corresponding Lot numbers: 1) 588948, 2) 588495 and 3)588480. Expiration date for these lot numbers: 12/2013.

Other devices under the same FDA submission

1 device cleared under K102796 — 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 65119).

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