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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

Gyrus ACMI Disposable Falope-Ring Band Applicator Kits. REF 006889-901 and REF 005280-901 (with 8 mm Disposable Trocan). Sterile EO. Single Use Only. The disposable Falope-Ring Band Applicator is a sterile, two-band, dual-incision instrument. The two-band applicator enables the physician to occlude both Fallopian tubes without removing the applicator from the abdominal cavity. The Falope-Ring Band and Applicator Kits are indicated for use for female sterilization (permanent contraception).

Z-1196-2014

February 19, 2014

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Gyrus Medical, Inc
Event
Event 67578
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
856 units
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-1196-2014

Official wording

Reason: Due to an anomaly in the packaging process for specific lots of Disposable Falope-Ring Band Kit, it is possible that a defective seal could be present that may allow a breach of the package's sterile barrier and may compromise the sterility of the product. The breach may or may not be easily seen.

Code information: Lots: MK761655, MK764022, MK767655, MK526401

Distribution pattern: US Distribution.

Derived failure modes

  • Labeling or packaging

    reason.labeling_packaging · v1.0.0

    defective seal
  • Sterility assurance

    reason.sterility_assurance · v1.0.0

    breach of the package's sterile barrier