Class 2 Device Recall KimberlyClark RadiOpaque Radiofrequency Cannula

• Date Initiated by Firm: October 29, 2013
• Date Posted: January 28, 2014
• Recall Status: Terminated on September 03, 2014
• Recall Number: Z-0850-2014
• Recall Event ID: 66832
• 510(K)Number: K972846
• Product Classification: Probe, radiofrequency lesion - Product Code GXI
• Product: Kimberly-Clark RadiOpaque Radiofrequency Cannula, Gauge 22, Length 100 mm, Active Tip 10 mm, Distributed in the US by Kimberly-Clark,Product code PMF22-100-10 The product is used to create lesions in nervous tissue when used with the Kimberly-Clark radiofrequency generator and probes.
• Code Information: Lot M3085K301 and M2327K301
• FEI Number: 1000015879
• Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer: Kimberly-Clark Corporation; 1400 Holcomb Bridge Rd; Roswell GA 30076-2190
• For Additional Information Contact: Thomas Kozma, PhD; 770-587-8393
• Manufacturer Reason for Recall: Product may contain a cannula with an active tip length of only 5mm rather than 10mm as indicated on the label.
• FDA Determined Cause: Employee error
• Action: The firm, Kimberly-Clark Corporation, sent an "URGENT: Voluntary Medical Device Recall Notification" letter dated October 29, 2013 to all direct customers and distributors via federal express priority overnight. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to evaluate your Facility's inventory of Kimberly-Clark RadiOpaque Radiofrequency Cannula to determine if any of the two impacted product lots remain within your facility. If product is present, discontinue use of the impacted product and place in a quarantined location; complete and return the attached Product Recall Response Form-Customers via fax to: 1-920-225-4182 within five (5) business days of receipt of this letter (complete and return form even if either of the impacted product lots is NOT present in your facility). Once response form is received, a Kimberly-Clark representative will contact you regarding return and replacement of the product. If you require further assistance, please call Kimberly-Clark Customer Service at 800-KC-HELPS (800-524-3577).
• Quantity in Commerce: 55 cases (10 units per case = 550 units)
• Distribution: US Distribution in states of: AZ, CA, DE, FL, LA, MD, MA, NJ, NY, OH, PA and TX.
• Total Product Life Cycle: TPLC Device Report

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² Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall.
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• 510(K) Database: 510(K)s with Product Code = GXI