Recall Z-2623-2010
LifeCell Corporation · initiated July 12, 2010
Product
Strattice Reconstructive Tissue Matrix for Stoma Reinforcement. 8 cm x 8 cm Packaged in an inner foil pouch inside outer foil pouch tertiary carton. LifeCell Corporation, One Millennium Way, Branchburg, NJ 08876 Strattice is intended for use as a foil tissue patch to reinforce soft tissue where weakness exists and for the surgical repair of damaged or ruptured soft tissue membranes. It is used for repair of hernias and/or body wall defects which require the use of reinforcing or bridging material to obtain the desired surgical outcome. It is intended for single patient one time use.
Codes / lots: Lot S10624, Exp. 2011-04.
Reason for recall
Mislabeled -One lot of product labeled as 8 cm x 8 cm were actually cut using a 6 cm x 6 cm template.
FDA-determined cause: Employee error
Action taken
LifeCell issued Recall Notice letters dated July 12, 2010 to customers, identifying the affected product, the labeling issue, and actions to be taken by the customer. Two versions of the recall notification were sent, one for implanted units and one for those not yet implanted. Both letters stated that the mislabeling has no impact of the safety or effectiveness of the medical device. Replacement units were offered for all affected units. Those with unused units were to contact LifeCell Customer Solutions for return and replacement of the unit at 1-866-423-2433. Those with implanted units may contact LifeCell Customer Solutions at 1-866-423-2433 with any additional questions or concerns.
Details
- Recall number
- Z-2623-2010
- Initiated
- July 12, 2010
- Posted by FDA
- September 29, 2010
- Terminated
- October 1, 2010
- Product code
- FTM – Mesh, Surgical
- Quantity
- 32 units
- Distribution
- Nationwide Distribution: USA, including the states of AZ, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, KY, LA, MO, NC, OH, OK, OR, TX, WA, and WI.
- Recalling firm
- LifeCell Corporation, Somerville, NJ