Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-1826-2024 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | Sophysa S.A. |
| Report date | May 22, 2024 |
| Recall initiation date | Apr 9, 2024 |
| Quantity | 3175 units- 41 units US; 3134 units OUS |
| Location | Orsay, N/A, France |
Official product description
The Sophysa Pressio Ventricular Intracranial Pressure Monitoring Kit monitoring is intended for monitoring intracranial ventricular pressure and temperature with tunneling (PSO-VTT) indicated for use in intraventricular pressure monitoring and cerebrospinal fluid drainage application. Model/Catalog Number: PSO-VTT
Why the product was recalled
An increase in claims related to leakage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the proximal end of the catheter. In the event of a leak going undetected during implantation, it could pose an infectious risk to the patient. The cause of the leaks is indicated to be manufacturing error involving perforation of the inner channel of the catheter during stylet insertion.
Distribution information
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of AZ, NY, TX and the countries of ARGENTINA, CHINA, CZECH REPUBLIC, FRANCE, GREECE, HUNGARY, JAPAN, PAKISTAN, Portugal, ROMANIA, SOUTH AFRICA, SWEDEN, VIETNAM.
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: E-Mail.
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