FDA recall record

Hologic SureSight Obturator Introducer Localization Systems (ILS) for ATEC in MRI recall — FDA Z-2766-2016

Tip Breakage at the glue joint between the obturator body and tip

Class IIclassification
Z-2766-2016official record ID
Sep 14, 2016report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-2766-2016
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmHologic, Inc.
Report dateSep 14, 2016
Recall initiation dateAug 2, 2016
Quantity535 units
LocationMarlborough, MA, United States

Official product description

SureSight Obturator Introducer Localization Systems (ILS) for ATEC in MRI. ILS-0914-12-OB (9G Introducer Localization Set (OB Model) for ATEC0914-12MR Handpiece Product Usage: The Sure Sight Obturator Introducer Localization System (ILS-OB) is a Hologic accessory kit. It is sold as an independent product for use with the ATEC MRI hand pieces. This sterile accessory kit is available in two lengths, is sold only in the US and has a 6 month shelf life. It contains a single use introducer stylet, introducer sheath, needle guide and localizing obturator

Why the product was recalled

Tip Breakage at the glue joint between the obturator body and tip

Distribution information

US Nationwide Distribution

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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