Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-0660-2022 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | BALT USA, LLC |
| Report date | Mar 2, 2022 |
| Recall initiation date | Jan 4, 2022 |
| Quantity | 51 devices |
| Location | Irvine, CA, United States |
Official product description
The Optima Coil System consists of an implantable embolization coil comprised of a platinum-tungsten alloy attached to a proximal stainless steel hypo-tube and distal body coil delivery pusher with a radiopaque distal positioning marker and proximal fluorosafe marker. The Optima Coil delivery pusher is 185cm in length. it is designed for use with the XCEL Detachment Controller. The XCEL Detachment Controller comes pre-loaded with batteries and is a sterile, handheld, single-patient-use device which should not to be reused, re-sterilized, opened or tampered with. The Optima Coil System and XCEL Detachment Controller(s) are sold separately. The Optima Coil achieves detachment by an internal heater element, which is powered by the XCEL Detachment Controller.
Why the product was recalled
Due to Label/Pouch mix-up. Pouches incorrectly labeled. Incorrect shelf carton label or pouch label due to inadequate manufacturing line clearance. As a result of this labeling mix-up, there is the possibility of inadvertently selecting the incorrect coil size for the procedure potentially causing some harms like vessel damage, an inability to treat with said device and potential rupture of the aneurysm.
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution - U.S. Nationwide distribution in the states of FL and MD. The countries of Denmark, France, Germany, Lebanon, Netherlands, Sweden, Peru, Portugal, Slovenia, Spain, and United Arab Emirates.
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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