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Prostate Biopsy Needle, Model: NAC-1825BB, Soxe 18 GA x 25… recallZ-0673-2007 · Remington Medical Inc. · initiated Jan 19, 2007

Terminated All recalls posted in March 2007

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 Remington Medical 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

Pouches were not sealed prior to sterilization.

FDA root cause category: Other

What the company is doing

Consignees were contacted by telephone on 01/19/2007. Each customer was informed the sterility of the product may be compromised as a result of unsealed pouches and requested to visually check their inventory.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-0673-2007
Recall class
Not yet classified by the FDA
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Jan 19, 2007
Posted by the FDA
Mar 29, 2007
Recalling firm
Remington Medical Inc.
Quantity
192 units
Product code
KNW
FDA submissions
K982401
Distribution
Nationwide.

Product description

Prostate Biopsy Needle, Model: NAC-1825BB, Soxe 18 GA x 25 CM, Single use, Ethylene sterilized, Non-pyrogenic, Remington Medical, Inc., Alpharetta, GA 30005.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Lot: 063533

Other devices under the same FDA submission

1 device cleared under K982401 — 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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