DePuy Mitek, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson Co. Recalls
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Mitek Screw and Washer Depth Gauge, Product Code 219024
The device has an offset in the design that results in a reading approximately 3.2mm shorter than the actual length of the bone hole.
Urgent Medical Device Recall Notification letters were sent to customers on 8/30/18. Updated Urgent Medical Device Recall notification letters were sent to customers on 9/18/18
Healix Knotless ADV BR 4.75 Suture Anchor
Specific product codes and lots of the Mitek HEALIX ADVANCE" Knotless Anchors were manufactured with BIOCRYL" Biocomposite Material instead of BIOCRYL RAPIDE Biocomposite Material. BIOCRYL and BIOCRYL RAPIDE are biocompatible and effective material choices for absorbable, injection-molded sports medicine implant fixation.
On November 4, 2019 the firm distributed Urgent Medical Device Recall Communication letters by mail: URGENT FIELD SAFETY NOTICE PRODUCT RECALL HEALIX ADVANCE" Knotless Anchors Dear Valued Customer, On 04-November-2019, DePuy Mitek, Inc. initiated a Voluntary Product Removal of specific product codes and lots of the Mitek HEALIX ADVANCE" Knotless Anchors. The anchors were manufactured with BIOCRYL" Biocomposite Material instead of BIOCRYL RAPIDE Biocomposite Material. BIOCRYL and BIOCRYL RAPIDE are biocompatible and effective material choices for absorbable, injection-molded sports medicine implant fixation. No complaints or adverse events related to this issue have been received for the affected product codes/lots. Product Code: 222330 Product Description: HEALIX KNOTLESS ADV BR 4.75 GTIN: 10886705023462 Lot Number: 5L45257 Product Code: 222331 Product Description: HEALIX KNOTLESS ADV BR 5.5 GTIN: 10886705023479 Lot Numbers: 5L13543 and 5L45259 Potential Harms: Based on the analysis, it is expected that sport medicine implants made from BIOCRYL (PLLA+TCP) would perform equal to those made from BIOCRYL RAPIDE (PLGA + TCP) during the surgery and therapeutic healing period. As such, this product issue presents no foreseeable increased risk to patient safety nor does it alter the product benefit-risk profile. BIOCRYL and BIOCRYL RAPIDE Comparison: " Each material is used clinically today, but in different DePuy Mitek implant brands; both materials have a more than 15 years of use in clinical applications. BIOCRYL was first launched in 2002 and BIOCRYL RAPIDE in 2004. " The mechanical properties (strength, stiffness) of BIOCRYL and BIOCRYL RAPIDE are similar at the time of anchor deployment; BIOCRYL offers equivalent in vitro strength retention during the therapeutic healing period and out to 12 weeks. " As for long-term absorption rates, BIOCRYL RAPIDE is expected to absorb in approximately two years versus approximately four years
LATARJET EXPERIENCE Sharp Curved Ostetome Product Usage: The Latarjet EXPERIENCE Instability Shoulder Set is intended to provide to the orthopedic surgeon with a means of bone fixation and to assist in the management of reconstructive surgeries.
Reports of product loosening or coming unscrewed from the handle.
In January of 2018 an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL letter was issued to customers requesting all to cease further distribution or use of the product which should be quarantined and returned to the firm. If the product was further distributed it is requested that those customers follow recall procedures. Questions or concerns can be directed to 508-828-3647.
1113 Gravity Tube Set Pk/24 -SH Product Usage: The FMS Gravity Tube Set is intended to deliver irrigation fluid from irrigation containers to the operative site during arthroscopic procedures.
Leakage of FMS gravity tub sets (281113) at the bulb and tube connection
On September 6, 2017 an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL letter was issued to customers titled "FMS Gravity Tubing" requesting that customers cease further distribution or use, quarantine all remaining products and contact sales consultant for the coordination of return and replacement. Questions or concerns can be directed to the recall coordinator at 508-828-6609
DePuy Mitek LATARJET EXPERIENCE-Combo Screw Driver Product Code: 288211 Product Usage: The Latarjet Cortical Screw set is intended to treat recurrent shoulder instability by supporting the anteroinferior glenoid with a bony graft
Combo Screw Driver (Product Code 288211) tip has the increased potential to break intra-operatively when being used at an angle off-axis to screw
DePuy Mitek issued recall letter dated May 12, 2017 advising of the problem and requesting return of the product. A Response Form is to be completed and returned. Questions: contact your DePuy Synthes Mitek Sales Consultant or Carolyn Somerville, DePuy Mitek, Inc. (via telephone: 508.828.3647 Fax: 508.828.3762 or via email: DPYUS-MitekFieldActions@its.jnj.com).
FMS neXtra 3.5mm Full Radius Cutter Shaver Blades; Product Code: 283305 Intended to provide controlled cutting, shaving, and abrading of tissue during orthopedic procedures.
Product is incorrectly labeled. The blade configuration in the affected lots does not match the description on the label.
On November 20, 2015, customers were notified of the recall via letter. They were asked to take the following actions: Customer immediate actions: 1. Review inventory located within your facility and quarantine any products listed in this product recall notification. Please follow the instructions on the Business Reply Form to return any affected inventory located within your facility; 2. Review, complete, sign and return the attached business reply form to Elizabeth Messana (emessan1@its.jnj.com) in accordance with the directions on the business reply form within 5 business days of receipt of this notification; 3. Forward this notice to anyone in your facility that needs to be informed; 4. If any potentially affected product has been forwarded to another facility, contact Elizabeth Messana at 508-828-3150; 5. Keep a copy of this notice.
VAPR TRIPOLAR 90" Degree Suction Electrodes (Model/Catalog No: 225028)
Mitek identified that on VAPR Tripolar 90 Degree Suction Electrode the ablation and coagulation buttons are colored incorrectly. The wiring for each button function was confirmed as correct and the non-conformance impacted button color only
DePuy sent an Urgent Field Safety Notice dated November 23, 2015, mailed FEDEx to all affected Customers. The letter identified the product the problem and the action needed to be taken by the customer. Customers were asked to take the following steps: 1. Review inventory located within your facility and quarantine any products listed in this product recall notification. Please follow the instructions on the Business Reply Form to return any affected inventory located in your facility. 2. Review, complete, sign and return the attached business reply form in accordance with the directions on the business reply form within 5 business days of receipt of this notification. 3. Forward this notice to anyone in your facility that needs to be informed. 4. If any potentially affected product has been forwarded to another facility, contact the firm. 5. Keep a copy of this notice. For further questions please call (508) 880-8100.
Depuy Spine Side Fire Needles 13G X 6IN, part of the Confidence Spinal Cement System Product Code 283904613. The Confidence Side Fire Needle is used to place bone cement in an intra-vertebral fashion at a desired location. the cement extrudes fro the needle through a port on the side of the needle.
Additional Instructions for Use and Surgical Technique for the Confidence Needle due to reports of breakage with the side fire needles
Depuy Spine sent a "CORRECTION NOTICE" to all affected customers. The letter identifies the product, problem, and actions to be taken by the customers. A Field Correction Notification Form was attached for customers to complete and return via fax to 508-828-3070. For questions about Confidence Needles, please contact your local DePuy Spine Sales Representative. If you need assistance in locating your local Sales Representative please contact JJHCS CIS @ 1 -800-255 -2500 .
DePuy Mitek FMS Intermediary Tubing with One-Way valve Product Code: 281142 Product Usage: The Intermediary Tubing for FMS Fluid Management Systems connects the Inflow Tubing to the arthroscopic sheath during arthroscopic procedures. The Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) tubing integrates several functional components including: luer locks for attaching the tube to the Inflow tubing and sheath, clamps, and a one-way valve. The FMS Intermediary Tubing is sterile and intended for single use with the FMS
Pillow valve included in the FMS Duo outflow tubing set and the FMS Solo intermediary tubing set may not perform as intended. may result in backflow of irrigation fluid into the One Day Set which may potentially lead to patient cross-contamination
DePuy Mitek inititaed telephone notification on Ausgust 29, 2013 and sent an Urgent Voluntary Product Recall letter dated September 5, 2013 to US and OUS affected customers/affiliates. The customers were notified of the affected products, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to immediately check all inventories to locate and return affected product following the enclosed instructions. Stericycle is cooridianting the returns. If you have any questions or concerns in regards to this recall, please contact Stericycle directly at 1-866-737-1928.
DePuy Mitek Tissue Liberator -Blade Up Catalog Number: 214623 The Reusable Arthroscopy Instruments are reusable, non-powered surgical instruments used during arthroscopic surgery of any joint except the spine.
Labeled incorrectly as a Blade Up configuration instead of a Blade Down configuration.
DePuy Synthes sent an Urgent Voluntary Product Recall letter dated April 15, 2013, to all affected customers. The letter iidentified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to immediately check all inventories to locate and return the affected product. For returns customers were instructed call 1-877-379-4871 to obtain a goods authorization (RGA) number. Affected product should be returned to: Mitek Sports Medicine ATTN: Mitek Complaints 325 Paramouont Drive Rayham, MA 02067 For questions customers were instructed to call 1-877-379-4871.
DePuy Mitek Panalock Loop, Lupine Anchor Catalog #210704 The LUPINE BR Anchor System is indicated for use in soft tissue to bone fixation in association with adequate postoperative immobilization.
Incorrect suture configuration
The firm, DePuy Mitek Inc., sent an "URGENT VOLUNTARY PRODUCT RECALL"letter dated October 31, 2011 to its customers. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to not use or sell any of the identified problem products included in this recall; complete the enclosed business reply form and fax to: 1-508-828-3750 or email to: mitekcomplaints@its.jnj.com (note: It is important that we receive this business reply form, even if you have no product remaining in your inventory from the affected lots); isolate all inventory and call 1-877-379-4871 for return goods authorization and replacement product; and return all identified affected product to: (USA)- DePuy Mitek, ATTN: Recall Coordinator, 50 Scotland Boulevard, Bridgewater, MA 02324 or (foreign)-GMED Healthcare EDC Quality Dept Rue de Luxembourg 5, ZI Trazegnies, BE-6180 Courcelles, Belgium. If you have any questions or concerns with regard to this program, please contact your local DePuy Mitek Representative or DePuy Mitek Customer Service directly at 1-877-379-4871.
Depuy Mitek Lupine (Panalok) Loop Arthro #2 Ethibond Catalog Number: 210704 The Lupine Anchor System is indicated for use in soft tissue bone fixation.
Lupine BR Anchor w/ Orthocord may be assembled with an incorrect suture configuration and result in a loose repair
DePuy Mitek sent an Urgent Voluntary Product Recall letter dated January 27, 2012, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were asked to immediately check all inventories to determine if they have any affected product. Customers were asked to refer to the instructions to report their inventory status, return and obtain replacement or credit for the product. For questions regarding this recall call 1-877-379-4871.
DePuy Mitek VAPR Hook Electrode 3.5mm Hook Electrode with Integrated Handpiece Catalog Number: 227305 The DePuy Mitek VAPR Electrodes for use with the VAPR Radiofrequency System are intended for resection, ablation, excision, hemostasis of blood vessels, and coagulation of soft tissue in patients requiring arthroscopic surgery of the knee, shoulder, ankle, elbow, and/or wrist.
Product may have wrong large product identification label with symbols on the box indicating a S90 VAPR Electrode instead of the VAPR 3.5 hook electrode
The firm, Depuy Mitek, sent a "Medical Device Labeling Alert" letter dated March 14, 2012 to its customers. The letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to inspect your inventory to determine if any inventory of product code 227305 lot with the number M1108086 that is incorrectly labeled; review the following label information and the attached examples of correct and incorrect labels; and complete and return the Business Reply Form via fax to: 1-508-828-3750. To return the product call 1-877-379-4871 for an RGA and replacement product and return to DePuy Mitek, Attn: Recall Coordinator, 50 Scotland Boulevard, Bridgewater, MA 02324. Contact your local DePuy Mitek Representative or DePuy Mitek Customer Service directly at 1-877-379-48
SpiraLok 5.0mm with Ethibond and needles Product Number: 222960 SPIRALOK Anchors are primarily used to re-attach soft tissue to bone in rotator-cuff repair surgery, but are also indicated for use in the foot/ankle, knee and elbow
Fracture of SPIRALOK Anchors post op, requiring patient revision
DePuy Mitek sent an Urgent Voluntary Product Recall letter dated September 6, 2012, to all affected customers. Dr Doctor letters were included with the recall letter. Recall is coordinated with Stericycle , contact 1-888-202-3694 The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were asked to complete the enclosed Business Reply Form, even if they have no product remaining in their inventory. Customers were instructed to isolate all inventory of the affected product and return to Stericycle at the following address or fax to 1-888-912-2189 with the completed Business Reply Form: Stericycle 2670 Executive Drive, Suite A Indianapolis, IN 46241 Attn: Event #8874 Customers with questions were instructed to call 1-888-202-3694. For questions regarding this recall call 508-880-8100.
ORTHOCORD BLUE BRAIDED COMPOSITE SUTURE 2 (5 METRIC), Catalog Number: 223111. For use in general soft tissue approximation, and/or ligation, including orthopedic procedures.
The IFU provided with the free strand ORTHOCORD sutures currently indicates that approximately 100% suture strength remains at six weeks after implantation. While this statement is true for Violet ORTHOCORD sutures, it is an inaccurate statement for Blue ORTHOCORD free strand sutures. Based on in-vivo strength retention study, a Blue ORTHOCORD sutures maintain approximately 80% of strength at six
On March 22, 2013, firm notified consignees of recall via letter. Consignees were informed of the following: The IFU provided with the free strand ORTHOCORD sutures currently indicates that approximately 100% suture strength remains at six weeks after implantation. While this statement is true for Violet ORTHOCORD sutures, it is an inaccurate statement for Blue ORTHOCORD free strand sutures. Based on in-vivo strength retention study, a Blue ORTHOCORD sutures maintain approximately 80% of strength at six weeks after implantation. As Blue and Violet ORTHOCORD free strand sutures share the same IFU, IFU-108147 will be revised. Consignees were requested to confirm the receipt of the letter by March 29, 2013.
DePuy Mitek FMS Irrigation Intermediary Tube With One-way Valve Arthroscopy tubing Product Code: 281142 Fluid Tissue Management
Product sterility may be compromised due to breach in sterile packaging
Depuy Mitek sent an Urgent Voluntary Product Recall letter dated December 2, 2010, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to isolate all inventory of the affected product and call 1-800-382-4682, PROMPT 3, for return good authorization and replacement product. Customers were instructed to return all identified affected product to: DePuy Mitek ATTN: Recall Coordinator 50 Scotland Boulevard Bridgewater, MA 02324 Record their assigned return material authorization (RMA) number on the outer shipping box. Use the Prepaid Federal Express shipping label for the return of the product. Include a photo copy of the completed business reply form. For questions or concerns call 1-800-382-4682, PROMPT 3.
DePuy Mitek GRYPHON T BR DS Anchor w/ORTHOCORD Product Code: 210811 Gryphon BR Suture Anchors are intended for: Shoulder: Rotor Cuff Repair, Bankart Repair, SLAP Lesion Repair, Biceps Tenodesis, Acromio-Clavicular Separation Repair, Deltoid Repair, Capsular Shift or Capsulolabral Reconstruction; Foot/Ankle: Lateral Stabilization, Medial Stabilization, Achilles Tendon Repair; Knee: Medial Collateral Ligament Repair, Lateral Collateral Ligament Repair, Posterior Oblique Ligament Repair, lliotibial
Metal debris in the shaft component of the device
DePuy Mitek sent an Urgent Voluntary Product Recall Notification letter dated February 24, 2011, to all affected consignees. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were asked to immediately check their inventory to determine if they have any affected product. Customers were asked to complete the enclosed business reply form and fax it to 508-828-3750 or email to mitekcomplaints@its.jnj.com whether or not they have any of the affected product remaining in their inventory. Customers were asked to utilize the return good authorization number provided by customer service and return all identified product to: DePuy Mitek ATTN: Recall Coordinator 50 Scotland Boulevard Bridgewater, MA 02324 For any questions call 1-877-379-4871 or contact DePuy Mitek Customer Service directly at 1-800-382-4682, PROMPT 3.
DePuy Mitek 11 MM Fully Fluted Reamer, Sterile Product Number: 232423 DePuy Mitek Sterile Reamers are intended to cut through cortical and cancellous bone during Cruciate Ligament Repair/Reconstruction of the knee.
Specific units of the DePuy Mitek Sterile Reamers are not labeled correctly, 7 units were labeled as 11MM while the box actually contained a 10 MM reamer
DePuy Mitek sent an Urgent Voluntary Product Recall letter dated November 16, 2012, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to refer to the attached instructions to report their inventory status and for returning the affected product. Customers with questions should call 1-508-880-8477. For questions regarding this recall call 508-880-8100.
Mitek VAPR S90 Suction Electrode (integrated) Product Code: 225370 The VAPR Electrodes (end effect, side effect, wedge, angled, hook, flex, side effect short and wedge short) and VAPR Suction Electrodes (S9 and S ) with Integrated Handpiece with Integrated Handpiece, when used with the DePuy Mitek VAPR Electrosurgical System, are intended for resection, ablation, excision of soft tissue, hemostasis of blood vessels and coagulation of soft tissues in patients requiring arthroscopic surgery of the
Product does not meet the required packaging specifications for pouch seal integrity which could lead to a breach in sterility
The firm, Depuy Mitek, sent an "Urgent Voluntary Product Recall" letter dated June 7, 2010, to all customers. The letter described the product, problem and action to be taken by the customers. The customers were instructed to not use any of the identified recalled products; to isolate all inventory of the affected product; complete the Business Reply Form, and return the affected products along with the form to Depuy Mitek; ATTN: Recall Coordinator, 50 Scotland Boulevard, Bridgewater, MA 02324 or fax completed form to 1-508-828-3750. Note the IMPORTANT PRODUCT INFORMATION: Any product that contains a round green sticker has been 100% inspected, meets specifications and is acceptable for use. Please Do Not Return any product that is labeled with the green dots because this product is not affected by the recall. If you have any questions or concerns with regard to this program, please contact your local Depuy Mitek Representative or DePuy Mitek Customer Service directly at 1-800-382-4682.
Depuy Mitek Ratchet Handle with Quick Connect Product code: 219970. Instrument used with anchor inserters for insertion of DePuy Mitek Interference Screws (orthopedic).
Quick Disconnect Ratchet Handle may slip up the driver shaft or disengage leaving the shaft in the screw head.
Depuy Mitek issued Original Customer Notification Letter on 6/27/11 and an Updated letter to clarify the lot number information sent 6/29/11. Hospitals requested to immediately check all inventories for affected product and return for repalcement product. Also notify surgeons aware of this potential issue and potential risk of a delay in surgery. questions or concerns with regard to this program, please contact your local DePuy Mitek Representative or DePuy Mitek Customer Service directly at 1-800-382-4682, PROMPT 3.