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Suturable DuraGen Dural Regeneration Matrix recallZ-1081-2010 · Integra LifeSciences Corp · initiated Jan 13, 2010

Terminated All recalls posted in March 2010

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 Integra LifeSciences Corp 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

One lot of Suturable DuraGen Dural Regeneration Matrix (# 1091575) did not pass stability testing at certain time points for Suture Retention Strength and Shrink Temperature specifications.

FDA root cause category: Other

What the company is doing

An "URGENT PRODUCT RECALL NOTIFICATION" dated January 13, 2010, was sent via Federal Express to customers. The notification described the product, problem, hazard involved and action to be taken by customers. In the event that the customers have in their possession any products from the specific lot number 1091576, the customers are being ask to please immediately quarantine all stock on hand and contact their local Integra Sales representative for further assistance and for arrangements of product return. The customers are being ask to return the enclosed "Recall Acknowledge and Return Form" indicating whether or not they possess any of the affected product identified. Integra will replace any product affected by this Recall that is returned. Please feel free to contact me at 609-936-5407 should you have any additional questions.

Recall details

Recall number
Z-1081-2010
Recall class
Not yet classified by the FDA
Status
Terminated
Initiated by the company
Jan 13, 2010
Posted by the FDA
Mar 11, 2010
Recalling firm
Integra LifeSciences Corp
Quantity
94
Product code
GXQ
FDA submissions
K043427
Distribution
Nationwide distribution:Ca, NY, TX, CO, VA, SC, IA, MO, IL, LA, OR, OH, WI, FL, DC, DE, MD, MN.

Product description

Suturable DuraGen Dural Regeneration Matrix; Non-Pyrogenic; Sterility guaranteed unless package is damaged or opened. Rx only. Manufacturer: Integra LifeSciences Corporation, Plainsboro, NJ 08536 Suturable DuraGen is an absorbable implant for repair of dural defects. It is indicated as a dural substitute for the repair of dura matter.

Code information (models, lots, serial numbers)

Catalog Number DURS3391; Lot number 1091575

Other devices under the same FDA submission

3 devices cleared under K043427 — 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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