| | Class 2 Device Recall SYNTHECEL Dura Repair |  |
| Date Initiated by Firm | December 08, 2015 |
| Create Date | October 11, 2018 |
| Recall Status1 |
Terminated 3 on August 26, 2016 |
| Recall Number | Z-1383-2016 |
| Recall Event ID |
73559 |
| 510(K)Number | K113071 K131792 |
| Product Classification |
Dura substitute - Product Code GXQ
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| 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. |
| 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 |
| FEI Number |
3008812560
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Recalling Firm/ Manufacturer |
Synthes (USA) Products LLC 1301 Goshen Pkwy West Chester PA 19380-5986
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| For Additional Information Contact | David Carvin 610-719-5443 |
Manufacturer Reason for Recall | 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. |
FDA Determined Cause 2 | Labeling False and Misleading |
| Action | Siemens mailed out an Urgent: Field Safety Notification letter informing customers to review the replacement package insert (GP2715-C) and discard the outdated package insert (GP2715-B) and outdated promotional materials. Customers were asked to complete the verification section (page 3 of the recall notification) and send a copy of the completed Verification Section by Fax (888)912-7351 or Scan/Email to Synthes5875@stericycle.com |
| Quantity in Commerce | 212 units |
| Distribution | 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. |
| Total Product Life Cycle | TPLC Device Report |
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1 A record in this database is created when a firm initiates a correction or removal action. The record is updated if the FDA identifies a violation and classifies the action as a recall, and it is updated for a final time when the recall is terminated. Learn more about medical device recalls. 2 Per FDA policy, recall cause determinations are subject to modification up to the point of termination of the recall. 3 For details about termination of a recall see Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 21 §7.55.
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| 510(K) Database | 510(K)s with Product Code = GXQ 510(K)s with Product Code = GXQ
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