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Device product

Individual units labeled in part: REF: 4630022; for S(a)line resectoscopes; Vaporization electrode, sterite; 4mm telescope 30 25 / 12: only for continuous irrigation sheath 24,5 Fr.; LOT 426111; 2011/06; 2016/06; STERILE; RICHARD WOLF; Cartons of 3 units labeled in part: REF 46300223; Vaporization electrode, sterile; 4mm telescope 30/25/12; only for continuous irrigation sheath 24,5 Fr.; Lot 426111; 2011/06; 2016/06; STERILE; RICHARD WOLF S(a)line Resectoscopes are used for endoscopically controlled removal (ablation) of tissue using 0.9% NaCl solution (saline) as the irrigation medium. It can also be used for monopolar resection if necessary.

Z-0145-2014

September 18, 2013

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Richard Wolf Medical Instruments Corp.
Event
Event 66457
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
78 cartons (234 units)
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-0145-2014

Official wording

Reason: Richard Wolf Medical Instrument Corporation recieved a complaint stating that a 4630024 vaporization electrode was packaged in a 4630022 pouch.

Code information: *** Individual Units *** Product Code: 4630022 (single); Lot: 426111; Expiration Date: 2016/06; *** Cartons *** Product Code: 46300223 (box of 3); Lot: 426111; Expiration Date: 2016/06;

Distribution pattern: Nationwide distribution: US including states of: CA, GA, IL, KY, LA, MI, MD, NY, OR, TX, VA and Puerto Rico.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Richard Wolf Medical Instrument Corporation recieved a complaint stating that a 4630024 vaporization electrode was packaged in a 4630022 pouch.