FDA Device

CryoValve Heart-valve, allograft

Hazard

The recipient of one of the kidneys from the donor has developed renal cell carcinoma.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Implanting physicians were notified by letter on 3/19/2003. Since CryoLife has been notified that the allografts have been implanted, the notification is intended to provide the physician with a basis to determine if any additional patient surveillance or intervention is necessary. They were advised to complete an enclosed, stamped, self-addressed postcard to affirm receipt of the notification.

Products

CryoValve Heart-valve, allograft
Brand
Cryolife Inc
UPC
Aortic Valve & Conduit, Donor #34695, Serial #6356206, Model #AV00 and Pulmonary Valve & Conduit, Donor #34695, Serial #6356214, Model #PV00.

Units Affected

There are two individual heart valve allografts.