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Mammotome Revolve Dual Vacuum Assist Biopsy recallZ-1512-2017 · Devicor Medical Products Inc · initiated Feb 28, 2017

Class II Terminated All recalls posted in March 2017

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 Devicor Medical Products 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

The device did not have Revolve Stereo Probe labeling, no product code indicating the size and length of the probe, no sterilization sticker or lot number.

FDA root cause category: Process control

What the company is doing

Devicor sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated March 10, 2017 to all affected consignees via first class mail. The recall response rate will be tracked and reconciled by consignee's response form, certifications of product inventory, and/or disposal. Consignees were asked to complete and return the enclosed response form as soon as possible. Consignees with any questions were instructed to call Mammotome Customer Service at 1-877-926-2666. For questions regarding this recall call 513-864-9158.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1512-2017
Recall class
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Feb 28, 2017
Posted by the FDA
Mar 8, 2017
Recalling firm
Devicor Medical Products Inc
Quantity
320
Product code
KNW
FDA submissions
K152989
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution - US including IA, IL, NY, OH, OK, PA, TN & WV. Internationally to Chile and Brazil

Product description

Mammotome Revolve Dual Vacuum Assist Biopsy System The device is used to sample breast tissue that has been identified as suspicious under imaging guidance

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

F11621304D1

Other devices under the same FDA submission

12 devices cleared under K152989 — the recall does not name any of them by identifier. One submission often covers many models, so they may or may not be affected.

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