Recall Z-1126-2012

Medisystems Corp · initiated January 31, 2012

Terminated

Product

Medisystems (a Nxstage Company) Hemodialysis Fistula Needle Set with MasterGuard Ant-Stick Needle Protector 15 GA x 1" Ref. Number: D9-2007MG. Medisystems AVF with MasterGuard anti-stick needle protector is indicated for use as a vascular access device in hemodialysis or other extracorporeal procedures. It is intended for use in conjunction with a blood tubing set equipped with a standard medical male luer-locking connector.

Codes / lots: Lot Numbers: 110914F7, 110920F2

Reason for recall

Mislabeled outer carton: Outside shipping cartons is stamped 15Ga x 1", product contained within properly labeled as 17Ga x 1" needle

FDA-determined cause: Employee error

Action taken

Medisystems Corporation issued notice of recall to distributors on January 31, 2012. Distributors to notify affected end users by letter. Each letter was accompanied by a response form and instructions on how to return the response form. End users were given the option of returning involved product for credit or replacement. Contact Medisystems Quality Assurance Manager at (978) 332-5973 for information.

Details

Recall number
Z-1126-2012
Initiated
January 31, 2012
Posted by FDA
February 29, 2012
Terminated
September 12, 2012
Product code
FIE – Needle, Fistula
Quantity
20,750 units (83 cases)
Distribution
USA (nationwide) including the states of AZ, CA, CO, OR, NV, NY, TN, and WA.
Recalling firm
Medisystems Corp, Lawrence, MA

Official FDA recall record