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Device product

SYNTHECEL Dura Repair, 510K # K131792, K113071, Class II, Classification name: Dura Substitute Device listing number: D140596, D211012 SYNTHECEL Dura Repair is intended for use as a dura replacement for the repair of dura mater in adults.

Z-1383-2016

December 08, 2015

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Synthes (USA) Products LLC
Event
Event 73559
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
212 units
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-1383-2016

Official wording

Reason: It was reported that the SYNTHECEL Dura Repair could adhere to various anatomical structures post implantation, which may expose patients to potential risks in the event a surgeon intends to temporarily apply and subsequently remove a SYNTHECEL implant. SYNTHECEL Dura Repair labeling and promotional material are being updated to clarify that SYNTHECEL is intended to remain in place and is not intended to be removed.

Code information: SYNTHECEL Dura Repair 2.5 cm x 2.5 cm (1x1), part numbers: SC.400.006.01S, Lot Numbers: 7840311, 7855336, 7860563, 7909569, 7922340, 7932410, 7984104

Distribution pattern: Nationwide: NY, PA, AL, WI, FL, MO, TN, OH, MI, MN, CO, CA, NV, AZ, LA, OR, TX, IA, IN, MS, IL, AR, WV, HI, VA, MD, WA, OK, MA, KY, NJ, CT, No foreign accounts.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    It was reported that the SYNTHECEL Dura Repair could adhere to various anatomical structures post implantation, which may expose patients to potential risks in the event a surgeon intends to temporarily apply and subsequently remove a SYNTHECEL implant. SYNTHECEL Dura Repair labeling and promotional material are being updated to clarify that SYNTHECEL is intended to remain in place and is not intended to be removed.