Davol, Inc., Sub. C. R. Bard, Inc. Recalls

FDA
11
Total Recalls
1
Agencies
Oct 2011
First Recall
Aug 2018
Latest Recall

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Davol Salute Fixation Reusable Handle Item Code: 0113024-Product Code 9113024 (Refurbished)

Malformed constructs (straight shots) may form causing injury to user/patient

Davol issued recall letter notification on 7/16/07 via Federal Express. Sales of the disposable cartridges ceased July 31, 2007. Cartridges will not be requested to be returned to Davol. Customer requests to return cartridges will be managed on an account-by-account basis. A reminder Second Letter issued July 23,2007 as a follow-up to the letter of July 16, 2007. The second stage will be a series of three letters to customers following the cessation of disposable cartridge sales and to recall the re-usable handles. A Stock Status form will be provided to customers to inventory the product which they are returning. The Stock Status form will be used to document the handles being returned. In the event that the customer cannot locate one or more handles. All handles will be returned to Cranston and will be dispositioned. Account verification for the number of handles returned from the account will be performed. No verification testing will be performed on returned handles unless a formal complaint has been registered for a handle.

FDA

BARD Simpulse" SOLO System with Soft Splash Shield Tip Product Code: 0067590. The Simpulse SOLO Suction/Irrigator is designed to provide controlled powered irrigation during open orthopedic and general surgical procedures and for the cleansing of burns or wounds. Appropriate fluids for use include fluids with specific gravity less than 1. The pulsatile action of the pump helps to remove blood, tissue debris and foreign matter from the operative or wound site. When connected to a suction source

Product sterility may be compromised due to lack of package integrity.

Davol issued a Recall Letter dated July 30, 2009 requesting user facilities examine inventory and immediately discontinue use of any product from the affected lot and return it to Davol. Direct questions about the recall to Davol, Inc., Sub. C. R. Bard, Inc. by calling 1-401-463-7000.

FDA

Davol Salute Fixation System, 38cm Reusable Shaft (Laparoscopic) with Handle. To attach mesh to the abdominal wall. Reference Number 0113036 or 9113036(refurbished)

Inadequate directions for use in the Salute System. Labeling -Revised to provide updated instructions for use and proper servicing

Davol notified users by a first letter on 12/27/06 providng a introductory letter explaining the Enhanced Servicing Program and changes made to the IFU (re: servicing, tip inspection, end of wire, and test fire protocol). A second letter will issue to accounts to identifying the serial number to be serviced and returned to Davol.

FDA

XenMatrix Surgical Graft Sterile, Porcine Dermal Matrix 10 x 15 cm Rectangle Catalog #: 1161015

Davol cannot guarantee that all Xenomatic product released from July to October 2010 meets FDA guidelines for endotoxin limits; and therefore, the grafts are potentially contaminated with bacteria.

Davol issued recall notification to accounts by letter dated 1/06/11 requesting recalled units be returned. contact Davol Customer Service at 1-800-556-6275 for instructions on how to return product to Davol. A fax sheet attached to the letter to be completed and fax to 1-401-825-8753.

FDA

Bard Ventralex" ST Medium Circle with Strap Hernia Patch Diameter 6.4cm /2.5", Catalog Number: 5950008. Intended for use in the reconstruction of soft tissue, where weakness exists, in procedures involving soft tissue repair, including repair hernias and deficiencies caused by trocars.

Mislabeled: Bard Ventralex" ST Medium Circle was packaged in a pre-printed carton identified for a Bard Ventralex" ST Large Circle.

Davol Inc. issued an Urgent; Medical Device Recall letter on 10/4/11 for the mislabeled Bard Ventralex ST Medium Circle. The letter identified the affected product and explained the reason for recall. Customers are to immediately examine their inventory and quarantine any affected product. In addition, if any product was further distributed then those customers should be notified of the recall as well. Accounts are to contact Davol Customer Service at 1-800-556-6275 for instructions on how to return product to Davol. The attached recall effectiveness check form should be completed and returned. Questions should be directed towards Davol Customer Service Department at 1-800-556-6275 or C. R. Bard's Medical Services & Support Department at 1-800-562-0027.

FDA

Bard 3D Max Mesh, Left large , Sterile Pre-formed Knitted Polypropylene Product Code: 0151531 Bard 3D Max Mesh is an anatomically shaped pre-formed polypropylene mesh indicated for use in the repair of hernias and chest wall defects. It is designated in two orientations - "Right" and "Left" for use to the right or left side of the human body. There is a blue monofilament Medial marker "M" and a small arrow stitched into each orientation to designate the right or left medial edge of the product

Mislabeled: Product labeled as Left large, may contain a Right Large

Davol issued a letter notification dated 12/25/08 via Federal Express requesting accounts discontinue use, remove product from inventory and return product. For additional information, contact Davol at 1-401-463-7000.

FDA

Bard Soft Mesh 4"x6" (10cm x 15cm) Flat, Product Code: 0117010. The Bard Soft Mesh patch is a non-absorbable, sterile prosthesis. It has a large pore design and is constructed of knitted polypropylene monofilaments. The device classification name is "Mesh, Surgical, Polymeric".

Mislabeling: complaints of product labeled as Bard Soft Mesh 4" x 6" containing Bard Soft Mesh 6" x 6"

Davol issued an URGENT: MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL notification letter to customers dated April 25, 2011, informing them the recall involving a single lot of the BARD Soft Mesh - Lot# HUUF0530. This recall has been initiated because this lot number may contain a different size patch than is indicated. Customers were instructed to immediately examine inventory and quarantine product subject to recall. Customers are asked to identify and notify their customers to whom recalled product may have been further distributed. A Recall Effectiveness Check reply form should be completed and returned to Davol via fax (401-825-8753). For directions on returning product or for questions regarding the recall, contact Davol Customer Service Department at 1-800-556-6275 or C.R. Bard's Medical Services & Support Department at 1-800-562-0027.

FDA

Bard Ventrio Small Oval Hernia Patch 8cm X 12cm (3.1" x 4.7"), Warwick, RI Product Code: 0010211 The Ventrio Hernia Patch is a self-expanding non-absorbable, sterile prosthesis, containing two primary layers of monofilament polypropylene mesh stitched with PTFE monofilament to an ePTFE sheet, forming a positioning pocket. The Ventrio Hernia Patch is indicated for use in the reconstruction of soft tissue deficiencies, such as for the repair of hernias.

Mislabeled: Product labeled as Small Oval (3.1" x 4.7") may contain Small Circle (3.0")

An "URGENT RECALL: BARD VENTRIO SMALL OVAL HERNIA PATCH (LOT DATB0015" letter dated April 8, 2010, was issued by the firm (Davol) to all customers via FedEx overnight with signature required. The letter describes the product, problem and action to be taken by the customers. The customers were instructed to: please examine their inventory and immediately discontinue use of this lot; contact the Davol Customer Service Department at 1-800-556-6275 for instructions on how to return product to firm; complete and fax the EFFECTIVENESS CHECK sheet to 1-401-825-8753, and forward a copy of this letter, if they are a distributor, to their customers who have received the product and lot number. All products returned will be held at the Davol, Warwick location. Please contact your Davol Territory Manager or C.R. Bard's Medical Service Support Department at 1-800-562-0027 if you have any other questions.

FDA

BardVentralex" Hernia Patch Medium Circle with Strap Diameter 6.4cm /2.5",\ Catalog #0010302, lot number HUTL1283. The BardVentralex" Hernia Patch is a self-expanding, non-absorbable, sterile prosthesis. The device classification name is "Mesh, Surgical, Polymeric". It is intended for use in all forms of hernia repair requiring reinforcement with a non-absorbable support material

Mislabeled: Bard Medium Ventralex Hernia Patch 6.4cm /2.5" packaged in a pre-printed carton identified for a Bard Ventralex Small Circle 4.3cm /1.7"

Davol sent an Urgent: Medical Device Recall letter on April 11, 2011, via FedeX Priority Overnight to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to examine their inventory and remove and return the recalled lot. Distributors were requested to notify their accounts. For questions contact the Davol Customer Service Department at 1-800-556-6275 or C. R. Bard's Medical Services & Support Department at 1-800-562-0027.

FDA

BARD Ventrio Small Oval Hernia Patch 3.1" x 4.7" Product Code: 0010211 Indicated for use in the reconstruction of soft tissue deficiencies such as for the repair of hernias.

Mislabeled: Hernia Patch may be a different size than on the product label

Davol notified accounts by an Urgent: Medical Device Recall letter on 10/15/10 via overnight delivery. The letter stated that the product maybe a different size than indicated on the product label. It also identified the affected product. Accounts are requested to examine their inventory, remove, and return recalled product. Customers are to notify any of their customers that they may have further distributed the affected product to by including a copy of the recall notice. Customers should contact Davol Customer Service 1-800-556-6275 for instructions on how to return the affected product. Customers are also requested to complete and fax back the attached fax sheet to 1-401-825-8753. If there are any additional questions, customers should contact Davol Customer Service Department at 1-800-556-6275 or C.R. Bard's Medical Service Support Department at 1-800-562-0027.

FDA

BARD Mesh Pre-shaped (1.8" x 4.0"/4.5cm x 10cm) Product code: 0112700 Intended use: Bard Pre-shaped mesh is a pre-shaped mesh constructed of knitted polypropylene monofilaments. It is indicated for the repair of inguinal hernia defects

Mislabeled: The labeled BARD Mesh Pre-shaped product code 0112700 (1.8" x 4.0"/4.5cm x 10cm), but the contents are the BARD Mesh Large Pre-shaped product code 0113700 (2.4" x 5.4"/6.0cm x 13.7cm).

Davol issued an "URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL" letter on October 15, 2010, via Overnight Delivery to all customers. The letter describes the product, the problem and the action to be taken by the customers. The customers were instructed to immediately examine their inventory and quaratine the product; identify and notify customers they may have further distributed the product to of this recall; contact Davol Customer Service at 1-800-556-6275 for instructions on how to return product, and complete and return the attached EFFECTIVENESS CHECK form via fax to 1-401-825-8753. If you have an questions, please contact Davol Customer Service Department at 1-800-556-6275 or C. R. Bard's Medical Service Support Department at 1-800-562-0027.