Advanced Sterilization Products Recalls
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STERRAD NX Cassettes, P/N 10133. The STERRAD NX sterilizations systems are low-temperature general purpose sterilizers used to sterilize heat and moisture sensitive reusable medical devices. The sterilant used is hydrogen peroxide supplied in cassette form as a separate accessory. The STERRAD NX Cassettes are only used in conjunction with the STERRAD NX Sterilization system.
Advanced Sterilization Products is recalling three lots of STERRAD NX System Cassettes because it does not have adequate data to support the entire duration of the product's labeled shelf-life.
Advanced Sterilization Product sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall (Removal) letter dated December 4, 2012, to all affected customers. The letter informed the customers that the Sterrad NX Cassettes do not have adequate data to support the entire duration of the product's labeled shelf-life. Customers are instructed of the problems identifed and the actions to be taken. Customers are instructed to notify their customers if they have further distributed the recalled products and to have them contact Stericycle at (877) 650-7686 to arrange for return of the product. Customers with questions are instructed to call Stericycle at (877) 650-7686 Mon-Fri from 8am to 5pm, ET. For questions regarding this recall call 949-453-6400.
STERRAD 100NX Sterilization System, P/N 10104 Product Usage: The STERRAD 100NX Sterilization System is a general purpose, low temperature sterilizer which uses the STERRAD 100NX process to inactivate microorganisms on a board range of medical devices and surgical instruments.
The recall was initiated because Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) has determined that the STERRAD 100NX and STERRAD 200 Sterilization Systems may emit an odor or smell into the surrounding environment that is not typical to normal operating conditions.
Advanced Sterilization Products sent an Urgent Medical Device Field Safety Notification letter dated March 22, 2013 to all customers. The letter identified the affected products, problem and actions to be taken. Customers are instructed to report any complaints or suspected problems with their STERRAD 100NX and/or STERRAD 200 System to ASP Professional Services directly at (888) 783-7723 and select option #2.
STERRAD 200 Sterilizer, Hydrogen Peroxide Gas Plasma Sterilizer, Chemical Sterilizer. STERRAD 200; Product Usage: The STERRAD Sterilization System is a low-temperature general-purpose sterilizer used to sterilize heat and moisture sensitive reusable medical devices.
ASP determined that an internal filter in the vacuum pump on the STERRAD 200 System is subject to wear over time.
ASP will send an Urgent Medical Device Correction letter to all affected customers on January 23rd, 2012. The letter describes the product, problem and the actions to be taken. The letter informs customers that ASP has determined that the vacuum pump in the STERRAD 200 System may cause the emission of a slightly increased level of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) vapor into the surrounding environment if not regularly serviced or replaced. The letter instructed customers to read the "Issue Description" and "Recommendations" sections in the letter, pass on the notice with any staff that work with or around the STERRAD 200, and maintain awareness of this communication until ASP has serviced the system. Also, a list of FAQ was provided. The letter states that ASP will replace, free of charge, the vacuum pumps on all STERRAD 200 Systems that have exceeded the pump manufacturer's recommended service interval. ASP has contracted with Stericycle to manage this field correction. Telephone numbers are provided in the letter: for questions related to this field correction, please contact Stericycle at 1-877-225-9750 and to report any complaints or suspected problems with the System, please contact ASP Professional Services directly at 1-888-783-7723, option # 2.
CIDEX OPA, High Level Disinfectant Solution, Glutaraldehyde-free (0.55% ortho-phthaladehyde) solution. The CIDEX OPA solution is intended for automated and manual cleaning and disinfection.
The recall was initiated because Advanced Sterilization Products has discovered instances of missing labels on bottles of CIDEX OPA Solution, Part # 20390 manufactured between May 2011 and April 2012.
An "Urgent Medical Device Recall" letter dated August 10, 2012 was sent to all customers who purchased the CIDEX OPA solution, part #20390 (manufactured between May 2011 and April 2012). The letter informed the customers of the problem identified and the actions to be taken. Customers were instructed to notify their customers if they have distributed bottles of CIDEX OPA Solution to other locations. Customers were instructed to call Stericycle at (866) 629-6182 to arrange for return of the product.
EVOTECH Endoscope Cleaner and Reprocessor System, P/N 50004. Designed to automatically clean and high-level disinfect flexible, submersible video or fiber-optic endoscopes.
Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) is recalling the EVOTECH Endoscope Cleaner and Reprocessor (ECR) because they have received reports of smoke emanating from the system due to a circuit board malfunction that may occur in the Channel Control Manifold sub-assembly.
An Urgent Medical Device Field Correction letter dated 3/28/13 was sent to all customers who purchased the EVOTECH Endoscope Cleaner and Reprocessor (ECR). The letter informed the customers of the problems identified and the actions to be taken. Customers are informed that the failure can potentially cause the following outcomes for the cycles listed below: 1. In the Full Reprocessing Cycle (Cleaning and HLD): there is a potential for residual rinse water and/or alcohol to remain in the endoscope channels after the cycle completes. 2. In the HLD-Only Cycle: there is potential for an adequate amount of high-level disinfectant solution to be sent through some endoscope channels. If customers observe smoke, then they are instructed to: a. Power OFF the device. b. Report your incident to ASP Professional Services at (888) 783-7723 and select option #2. c. Do not use the device until it has been serviced by ASP. Customers are instructed to return attached buyer return card acknowledging their receipt of this communication. Customers are instructed to contact Stericycle at (866) 761-9566 for any questions related to the field correction.
STERRAD Cyclesure Biological Indicator (BI), P/N 14324 are sold in cases, packaged as part of STERRAD System Validation kits and STERRAD test packs. The STERRAD CYCLESURE 24 Biological Indicator (BI), P/N 14324 is intended to be used as a standard method for frequent monitoring of the STERRAD Sterilization System cycles.
Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) is recalling certain lots of the STERRAD CYCLESURE 24 Biological Indicator (BI) product because it does not have adequate data to support the entire duration of the product's labeled shelf-life.
ASP has posted the STERRAD CYCLESURE Biological Indicator customer letter on their external facing website at: wwww.aspjj.com/us/news/cyclesureletter on July 3, 2012. The letter informed customers who purchased STERRAD CYCLESURE 24 Biological Indicator (BI) product that Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) is recalling certain lots because ASP has determined that it does not have adequate data to support the entire duration of the product's labeled shelf-life. The letter also provided the customers with what actions are needed for the recall. Customers were instructed to return all unused STERRAD CYCLESURE 24 BI product that exceeds the newly determined expiration dated using the enclosed prepaid UPS return label to Stericycle, 2670 Executive Drive Suite A, Indiapolis, IN 46241. Customers were instructed to count their inventory of product that exceeds the newly determined expiration date and record the data on the enclosed Business Reply Card and packing slip that are included with the customer recall letter. Customers were instructed to complete the requested information on the enclosed postage paid Business Reply Card and return it to Stericycle. Customers were instructed to contact Stericycle at (877) 907-7030 if they need additional packing labels. If customers further distribute the affected products to other locations, then they were instructed to contact Stericycle to arrange for return of the product. Customers were instructed that new shipments of STERRAD CYCLESURE 24 BI product will be shipped on July 9, 2012 that has accurate expiration dates that do not require conversion. Customers wil be able to differentiate between current product and the newly shipped product by the lot number. Current product has a lot number containing 6 characters, eg. 123456. Newly shipped product will have a lot number containing 8 characters, eg. 123456EE. Customers with any additional questions were instructed to contact (877) 907-7030 or contact their A
STERRAD CYCLESURE 24 Biological Indicator (BI) The STERRAD CYCLESURE 24 Biological Indicator (BI), is intended to be used as a standard method for frequent monitoring of the STERRAD Sterilization System cycles.
Advanced Sterilization Products is recalling certain lots of STERRAD CYCLESURE 24 Biological Indicator product because it may not have adequate data to support the entire duration of the labeled shelf-life.
Advanced Sterilization Products sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated April 22 2013, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. Customers that have installed and validated STERRAD system between Feb 2012 and March 2013, are instructed to contact Stericycle at (888) 943-4901 to determine if their STERRAD System is eligible for an optional revalidation. If customers would like to have their system validation repeated, ASP will revalidate their system without charge. Customers are instructed that the revalidation can occur as part of a routine Planned Maintenance (PM) within 12 months. Customers are also notified that the optional procedure will require that their Sterrad System will be unavailable for use for approximately 31 hours (depending on their system) while revalidation is performed. Customers are instructed to contact Stericycle at the number above with their STERRAD System serial number by May 31 2013. Customers are instructed to contact Stericycle at (888) 943-4898 or contact their ASP representative. Stericycle's hours of operations are Mon-Fri , 8am-5pm, ET.
ASP Automatic Endoscope Reprocessor (AER), Product Code: 20300 & 20301 The AER is a machine designed to automatically wash and high-level disinfect flexible, submersible fiberoptic or video endoscopes.
The recall was initiated because Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) received three customer reports of elevated temperature of the high-level disinfectant solution used in the ASP AER as a result of a possible temperature monitoring system malfunction. This recall communication advised consignees that if high-level disinfectants are exposed to elevated temperatures, fumes may occur and resul
Advanced Sterilization Products sent an URGENT: PRODUCT CORRECTION letter dated February 19, 2010, to all customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. The recall communication was initiated with ASP forwarding a "Urgent: Product Correction" letter with attached customer fax-back response form to the affected customers. Customers were also instructed to complete and sign the enclosed customer fax-back response form indicating that they have disconnected the heater on the ASP AER according to the instructions provided and fax the form to 1-888-345-1435. If customers have any questions or need assistance, they were instructed to call ASP Professional Services at 888-783-7723, option 3 then option 1.
STERRAD CYCLESURE 24 Biological Indicator (BI) product, P/N 14324. Validation kits with Sterrad Cyclesure 24 BI products: Codes/Serial Numbers, Product Description: 14324 Sterrad Cyclesure 24 Biological Indicator. 14324-02 Sterrad Cyclesure 24 Biological Indicator. 10134 Sterrad 100NX Express Cycle Kit. 10135 Sterrad 100NX Express Cycle Upgrade Kit. 10137 Sterrad 100NX Duo Cycle Upgrade kit. 14325 Cyclesure Challenge Pack Kit. 20103 Sterrad 100NX Test Pack Kit. 20228 Sterrad 100NX Intl Valid
Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) is recalling all lots of Sterrad Cyclesure 24 Biological Indicator (BI) manufactured between February 2008 and December 2011 because it may not have adequate data to support the entire duration of the labeled shelf-life.
Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) sent an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL (REMOVAL) letter dated November 2, 2012 to all customers who received the Sterrad Cyclesure 24 Biological Indicator (BI) product P/N 14324 manufactured between February 2008 and December 2011. The letter informed the customers of the problem identified and the actions to be taken. ASP determined that the 24 BI may not have adequate data to support the entire duration of the labeled shelf life of affected product manufactured during the above timeframe. The letter also informed customers that this is a different recall from the previous July 3, 2012 STERRAD CYCLESURE 24 BI recall. Customers with questions or need additional packing labels are instructed to call Stericycle at (877) 650-7692.
STERRAD 100S Sterilizer, Product Code: 10101, Advanced Sterilization Products, Irvine, CA
User Guide Update: based on user reports about contact with residual hydrogen peroxide from instruments, pouches and trays after sterilization and subsequent light colored residue on these devices after sterilization updated user guidance has been issued.
Urgent Product Correction letters were sent to customers beginning on November 13, 2007 via UPS overnight. Customers were notified this action was being taken to clarify instructions contained within the STERRAD System User Guides to reinforce appropriate use and to address two separate issues which have arisen from user reports: (1) User reports about contact with residual hydrogen peroxide from instruments, pouches and trays after sterilization. (2) User reports about light-colored residues observed on instruments, trays and pouches after sterilization. The Product Correction Letters instructed customers to refer to the revised excerpt of the User Guide (attached to the letter) for information about instrument preparation prior to sterilization, particularly with regard to the washing, rinsing and thorough drying of instruments prior to sterilization in the STERRAD Sterilization System. If customers have any questions they were instructed to call ASP Customer Care Center to answer additional questions at (888) 783-7723.
STERRAD 50 Sterilization System Product Code 10050 The STERRAD Sterilization System is a low-temperature general-purpose sterilizer used to sterilize heat and moisture sensitive reusable medical devices.
ASP has identified a secondary, lower-occurring cause of oil mist within certain STERRAD NX Systems and STERRAD 50 Systems due to potentially defective oil fill plugs.
Firm mailed out Urgent Device Correction letters dated March 9, 2009, advising customers/users that on April 23, 2008, Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) initiated a device correction notification related to certain models of STERRAD Sterilization Systems that have the potential to emit oil mist due to a premature mechanical failure in the oil mist filter and/or filter assemblies. All affected STERRAD Systems have been corrected since the notification was issued. Recently, a secondary, lower-occurring cause of oil mist has been identified within the STERRAD NX System and STERRAD 50 System oil fill plugs. STERRAD NX System and/or STERRAD 50 System may potentially have defective oil fill plugs. Less than 1% of the installed STERRAD NX Systems have been affected. ASP has received 18 complaints in 10 months related to this failure for the STERRAD NX System. No complaints related to this issue for the STERRAD 50 System have been received. As of December 22, 2008, ASP has been actively replacing the plugs in these systems with stainless steel plugs during service calls and will continue to replace the oil fill plugs until all affected units are corrected. The letter advises that there is a risk of symptoms, such as nausea, shortness of breath, dry throat, burning, watery and blurry eyes, and headache occurring if customers inhale oil mist. If you see mist, haze or smoke in the room or detect an oil odor, personnel should complete the following: - Cancel the cycle if the sterilizer is running and as always, do not use instruments from an incomplete cycle - Leave the room - Avoid working in the room until the mist has cleared - Discontinue use of the STERRAD System until the system is repaired. Any additional questions can be directed to the Clinical and Technical Support staff at 1-888-4613.
Tyvek Self-Seal Pouch with STERRAD Chemical Indicator 12332. Intended to be used to contain medical devices that are being terminally sterilized in STERRAD Sterilization Systems.
The recall was initiated after Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) discovered a non-conforming lot. The misaligned perforations may have caused the seal to be incomplete on some of the pouches, creating a potential breach for pouches being used to store sterilized equipment on shelves.
Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) released Urgent: Product Recall notifications to its consignees identifying the affected product and explaining the reason for recall. The letter also discussed the impact of using this affected product and return instructions. The firm asked customers to examine their inventory, discontinue use of Tyvek Self-Seal Pouch with STERRAD Chemical Indicator 12332 and to return all unused affected products to Stericycle. Customers are to complete the Business Reply Card and return it to Stericycle.
Sterrad 50 Sterilizer, Product Code 10050. Low-temperature general-purpose sterilizer used to sterilize heat and moisture sensitive reusable medical devices.
The capacitor in the vacuum pump component within the Sterrad 50 System could overheat and potentially create a hazardous condition inside the system, resulting in smoke and/or fire.
Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) sent an "Urgent: Product Correction" letter dated January 12, 2009 to each consignee informing them of the issue and instructed them to report smoke or a burning odors in or around their STERRAD 50 System. ASP strongly recommended for consignees to follow their facility's safety protocols and if possible, immediately disconnect the STERRAD 50 System from its electrical source. Customers were instructed to contact ASP to schedule an onsite visit to investigate the issue. If the issue is caused by a malfunctioning capacitor in the vacuum pump, the firm will replace the malfunctioning component right away. To correct this situation, an ASP Field Service Engineer (FSE) will visit all customers facilities within the next sixty days to replace the capacitor in the vacuum pump on the affected STERRAD 50 System.
ASP Automatic Endoscope Reprocessor, AER Plus Product Code 20300 and AER with printer Product Code 20301 The AER is a machine designed to automatically wash and high-level disinfect flexible, submersible fiberoptic or video endoscopes.
Residual high-level disinfectant solution remaining in endoscopes that have been reprocessed in the ASP Automatic Endoscope Reprocessor. If high-level disinfectant, or other fluids, remains in the endoscope after reprocessing, contact with the mucous membranes may occur and result in chemical burns, irritation (chemical colitis), or other symptoms.
ASP is mailing customer notification CL-101367 and AD-52976-001 in an Urgent Product Correction envelope starting the week of September 8, 2008. The letter advises that the firm has received customer reports of residual high-level disinfectant solution remaining in endoscopes that have been reprocessed in the ASP Automatic Endoscope Reprocessor (AER). If high-level disinfectant, or other fluids, remain in the endoscope after reprocessing, contact with patient mucous membranes may occur and result in chemical burns, irritation (chemical colitis), or other symptoms. ASP has tested the PENTAX 70 series endoscopes containing FWJ (Forward Water Jet) and has confirmed that residual fluids may remain in the PENTAX 70 series endoscopes with a FWJ after reprocessing. To eliminate any residual fluids, ASP is recommending customers follow the revised instructions when reprocessing PENTAX 70 series endoscopes with a FWJ. A copy of the revised instructions is provided with the notification letter.
STERRAD Sterilizers ( Models 100S, 50, 200) Compatible Medical Device Reference List for US Customers, Document Numbers 15-53229 & 15-53230; STERRAD NX Sterilizers Compatible Medical Device Reference List for NX Customers, Product Code 15-53231; STERRAD NX System Brochure, Product Code AD-53421-001, Advanced Sterilization Products, Irvine, CA
Outdated Compatibility Lists: Recalling firm has decided to discontinue dissemination of Compatible Medical Device Reference Lists and instrument assessment activities
Notification letters, Urgent Product Correction, were sent to customers beginning on November 13, 2007 via UPS overnight. Customers were notified this action was being taken as a result of an investigation by the firm determined that all brand- and model-specific compatibility lists and associated instrument assessments provided to STERRAD Sterilization System customers are now out-of-date. User were instructed to discontinue their use and destroy them.
STERRAD NX Sterilizer Hydrogen Peroxide Gas Plasma Sterilizer Product Code 10133. The STERRAD Sterilization System is a low-temperature general-purpose sterilizer used to sterilize heat and moisture sensitive reusable medical devices.
Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) has discovered a defect in the barcode labeling of the STERRAD NX System Cassettes 10133, Lot #08I032. This is the only lot number affected by this action. The barcodes for Lot #08I032 were printed improperly and are not capable of being read by the STERRAD unit.
Advance Sterilization Products sent an "URGENT: PRODUCT RECALL" letter dated December 10, 2008 to all affected customers. The letter described the product, problem, and the actions to be taken by the customers. The letter instructs customers to examine inventory and return all sealed cassettes, using an enclosed prepaid UPS return label to: Stericycle, 2670 Executive Drive Suite A, Indianapolis, IN 46241. Additionally, a Business Reply Card and packing slip were included with the letter for customers to complete and return. Questions or further assistance was directed to ASP Customer Care Center at 888-783-7723, option 2.
EvoTech Endoscope Cleaner & Reprocessor, Product Code 50004 Indicated for use with high level disinfectant CIDEX OPA Concentrate and an enzymatic detergent, CIDEZYME GI, to achieve cleaning and high level disinfection of heat sensitive semi-critical endoscopes.
Cleaning cycles are being cancelled. Specific issues are: a) Water heater tank is rusting resulting in the in-line 0.2 micron filter prematurely clogging, b) Interface board malfunction resulting in a premature lid opening, and c) Minor fluid leaks within the system (commonly at the 0.2 micron filter attachment points).
Feburary 13, 2008 ASP issued an Urgent Product Recall Letter. ASP recommends that customers use an alternative reprocessing method until they return the system. However, if they do not have an alternate method for processing endoscopes and choose to continue using the EvoTech ECR System during this time, endoscopes processed through completed cycles in accordance with the User's Guide will be appropriately cleaned and highlevel disinfected. ASP is prepared to tailor an alternative solution to minimize the interruption to the customer's processing needs.
STERRAD 100S Sterilizer (Product Code 10101). The sterilizer includes software and hardware components. The STERRAD Sterilization System is a low-temperature, general purpose sterilizer used to sterilize heat and moisture sensitive reusable medical devices.
1) Inability of the sterilizer to detect when an injection takes place without hydrogen peroxide being transferred to the vaporizer bowl. This situation can result in a cycle completion with the injection of insufficient hydrogen peroxide sterilant and 2) Inability of the sterilizer to detect an obstruction in the door travel path while the door is closing. This situation can result in a hand b
Customer notifications will be sent the week of November 24, 2008. The notification letter (URGENT: Product Correction) will advise of two situations that could cause the STERRAD 100S Sterilizer to malfunction. The first situation involves the failure of the STERRAD 100S System to detect when an injection takes place without hydrogen peroxide having been transferred to the vaporizer bowl. This can occur under combinations of the following conditions: - the pneumatic pressure is low on the machine, or - the injector valve has a small leak, AND - a cassette fails to advance, or - a used cassette is re-inserted into the sterilizer. This situation can result in a cycle completion with insufficient hydrogen peroxide. The second situation involves the failure of the STERRAD 100S System to detect an obstruction in the door travel path while the door is closing. Under some conditions, the door sensors may become mechanically unsecured/disconnected and will not detect an obstruction. This situation can result in an operator's hand becoming pinched and bruised while the door is closing. To correct both situations above, Advanced Sterilization Products(ASP) has revised the software and is making physical hardware additions to the STERRAD 100S System. Contact ASP Customer Care Center at 888-783-7723, option 2 for questions or assistance.
Sterrad CycleSure Biological Indicator, Product Code 14324. The Sterrad CycleSure Biological Indicator is intended to be used as a standard method for frequent monitoring of the Sterrad Sterilizer cycles.
Biological Indicator indicating a positive result does not maintain yellow color for the entire incubation period and some indicators experience media evaporation prior to the end of the labeled maximum incubation time.
An Important Product Labeling Correction - New Instructions for Use dated, June 26, 2009, has been proposed to be sent by the firm for Cyclosure Biological Indicators to consignees. The revised instructions reduce the maximum read time for the indicators to 3 days (72 hours). The letter also states why ASP changed the Instructions. Questions are to be directed to ASP Customer Care Center.
STERRAD 100S Sterilization System, Product Code 10101 Used to sterilize heat and moisture sensitive reusable medical devices.
Oil mist filter fails allowing oil mist to be emitted into the vicinity of the sterilizer, which may result in the release of a mist, "haze," or "smoke."
The firm sent an Urgent Device Correction letter dated 4/23/08, notifying customers of a situation that may occur with all models of STERRAD Sterilization Systems (100S, 50, 200, NX and 100NX). As a precaution, personnel should leave the room if mist is observed and avoid returning until the mist has cleared. ASP asks that customers circulate this letter to any STERRAD system users within their facility and also to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Director of Biomedical Engineering, Director of Materials Management and the Chief of Nursing. The letter instructs customers on what to do if they experience a filter failure - a) cancel the cycle if the sterilizer is running [and as always, do not use instruments from an incomplete cycle], b) leave the room, c) discontinue use of the STERRAD Sterilizer until the system is repaired. d) Personnel should avoid working in the room until the mist has cleared. The letter advises that ASP service will replace the sterilizer's filter and increase the frequency of filter changes by adjusting the Planned Maintenance (PM) schedule within the software on their STERRAD 100S and STERRAD NX Sterilizer. Per the notice, for each STERRAD Sterilizer model, ASP will do the following: a) STERRAD 200 Sterilizer - beginning April 28, 2008 through October 2008, ASP will install a new filter and gasket assembly at no charge. b) STERRAD NX Sterilizer - beginning April 28, 2008 through October 2008, ASP will install a new filter assembly at no charge and adjust the PM schedule to 650 cycles or 6 months (whichever occurs first). c) STERRAD 100S Sterilizer - beginning April 28, 2008 through October 2008, ASP will adjust the PM schedule to 750 cycles or 6 months (whichever occurs first). d) STERRAD 50 and 100NX Sterilizers - No adjustments to the oil mist filters or PM schedules are required at this time. PMs will be performed as currently scheduled. Information for MedWatch reporting is included in the letter.