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STERRAD 100S Sterilization System, Product Code: 10101 recallZ-0746-2014 · Advanced Sterilization Products · initiated Dec 16, 2013

Class II Terminated All recalls posted in January 2014

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 Advanced Sterilization Products 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

Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) is recalling the STERRAD NX, STERRAD 50, and STERRAD 100S Sterilization Systems because some healthcare workers detected odors or smells possibly emanating from STERRAD Systems.

FDA root cause category: Under Investigation by firm

What the company is doing

Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) sent an Urgent Medical Device Field Safety Notification dated December 16, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to complete and return the customer response forms. Customers with questions were also instructed to contact ASP Professional Services directly at (888) 783-7723 and select option number 2. For questions regarding this recall call 949-453-6400.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0746-2014
Recall class
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Dec 16, 2013
Posted by the FDA
Jan 14, 2014
Recalling firm
Advanced Sterilization Products
Quantity
2366 units
Product code
FLF
FDA submissions
K023290
Distribution
Nationwide Distribution

Product description

STERRAD 100S Sterilization System, Product Code: 10101 The STERRAD 100S Sterilization System is a general purpose, low temperature sterilizer which uses the STERRAD 100S process to inactivate microorganisms on a broad range of medical devices and surgical instruments.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

not available

Other devices under the same FDA submission

2 devices cleared under K023290 — 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 67043).

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