Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1243-2019 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Molnlycke Health Care, Inc. |
| Report date | May 8, 2019 |
| Recall initiation date | Mar 26, 2019 |
| Quantity | 1,332 units |
| Location | Norcross, GA, United States |
Official product description
EZ Derm Porcine Xenograft, labeled as the following: a. EZ Derm 3x4 (8x10 cm) Non-Perforated, Part Number: 131703-03; b. EZ Derm 7 x 18 (17 x 46 cm) Non-Perforated, Part Number: 131704-03; c. EZ Derm 2 x 2 (5 x 5 cm) Non-Perforated, Part Number: 131705-03; d. EZ Derm 3 x 48 (8 x 122 cm) Perforated, Part Number: 131710-03; e. EZ Derm 3 x 24 (8 x 61 cm) Perforated, Part Number: 131711-03; f. EZ Derm 3 x 12 (8 x 30 cm) Perforated, Part Number: 131712-03; g. EZ Derm 3 x 4 (8 x 10 cm) Perforated, Part Number: 131713-03; h. EZ Derm 7 x 18 (17 x 46 cm) Perforated, Part Number: 131714-03; i. EZ Derm 2 x 2 (5 x 5 cm) Perforated. Part Number: 131715-03 Product Usage: EZ Derm is a porcine derived xenograft in which the collagen has been cross linked with an aldehyde. EZ Derm (porcine xenograft) can be used for partial thickness skin loss injuries. Use of EZ Derm for burns, donor sites and chronic vascular ulcers reduces pain and fluid loss. EZ Derm can also be used as a temporary cover, or test graft, prior to auto grafting and as a protective covering over perforated auto grafts.
Why the product was recalled
Intermittent heat seal failures on the outer pouch of some EZ Derm products.
Distribution information
Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide distribution to AL, AZ, CA, CO, DC, FL, GA, IA, IL, KS, LA, MA, MD, MN, MO, NC, NE, NJ, OK, PA, RI, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI. International distribution to Chile, Jamaica.
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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