Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1535-2014 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Teleflex Medical |
| Report date | May 7, 2014 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 11, 2014 |
| Quantity | 7,380 ea (total) |
| Location | Research Triangle Park, NC, United States |
Official product description
Dekna-lok, 1 x 17.78 cm, Violet Braided Polyglycolic Acid Coated Suture, Synthetic Absorbable Surgical Suture USP, Rx Only, Sterile. Teleflex Product Code: 200101-01.
Why the product was recalled
The product did not meet minimum and/or average minimum Teleflex resorption strength requirements.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of CA, CO, GA, LA, IL, MA, MI, MN, MO, NC, and in the countries of Ireland and Singapore.
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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