Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2953-2020 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Integra LifeSciences Corp. |
| Report date | Sep 23, 2020 |
| Recall initiation date | Aug 4, 2020 |
| Quantity | 74 units |
| Location | Princeton, NJ, United States |
Official product description
13 ft Handpiece Cable, component of the Dermatome Sets Model S and Model S6 and also as a spare part - Product Usage: are intended for use in the cutting of skin grafts for use in plastic surgery and/or burn treatment. These instruments are intended only for professional use in hospitals and similar medical facilities, where the patient will be under the supervision of trained personnel.
Why the product was recalled
lntegra LifeSciences has identified through a number of complaints that the handpiece cable melts following sterilization.
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution including in the states of MN, TX, CA, UT, WV, FL, IN, GA, AZ, and the countries of Latin America ( CR, MX, TT, EC, PA ), Canada, Europe (FR, AT, BE, ES).
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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