Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1808-2013 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Terminated |
| Recalling firm | Stryker Neurovascular |
| Report date | Jul 31, 2013 |
| Recall initiation date | Jun 24, 2013 |
| Quantity | 23 units |
| Location | Fremont, CA, United States |
Official product description
Stryker brand Neuroform 3 Microdelivery Stent System, 4.5 mm X 20 mm, REF Catalog Number: E345020, Model/Product Number: M003450200, Product is manufactured by Boston Scientific Corporation, Fremont, CA and distributed by Stryker Neurovascular, Fremont, CA The Neuroform Microdelivery Stent System is intended for use with embolic coils for the treatment of wide neck, intracranial, saccular aneurysms arising from a parent vessel with a diameter of greater than equal to 2 mm and greater than equal to 4.5 mm that are not amenable to treatment with surgical clipping.
Why the product was recalled
The device is labeled incorrectly, in that, the device Model Number on the outer carton and inner pouch labels did not match, although both referenced the same lot number. The Model Number on the outer box states UPN M003E345020 (4.5mm x 20 mm Neuroform 3 Stent) while the pouch label states UPN M003E3450300 (4.5mm x 30 mm Neuroform 3 Stent).
Distribution information
International Distribution including Austria, China, and Germany.
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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