FDA Device Recalls in 2006

Scanlan Premier Jacobson Micro Scissors, spring style, flat handle, V-neck, 125-degree angled micro fine blades, 6-1/4'', 16 cm. Catalog Number 7007-449.

Some scissors purchased before May 1, 2005 may not perform properly. They may have a crack in the blade that could break.

Urgent Medical Device Recall letters were sent 07/27/05 to distributors asking them to retrieve affected product from their customers and return it to Scanlan International, Inc., St. Paul, MN. Distributors are asked to complete and return a Return Fax Form by August 4, 2005 to acknowledge receipt of letter.

Medtronic Paceart 2004 Second Edition & Paceart 2005 First Edition versions of the Paceart Gateway Software. The Medtronic Paceart System is a personal computer based pacemaker-testing system, a 12-lead electrocardiograph, and a transtelephonic receiving station. It provides data that can be used to analyze implanted pacemaker performance based on electrocardiographic measurements, either taken directly from the patient or programmer. The system can measure, store, and display any of the 12 s

The Paceart System could inappropriately insert data from a patient's Medtronic CareLink transmission into another patient's Paceart record. An issue associated with the automated batch transfer of implanted cardiac device data from the Medtronic CareLink network to the Paceart System exists.

Affected user and potential users of the Gateway product were notified via phone and/ or a customer notification. The notification offers interim options until a software update is available. Customers are asked to respond back to Metronic with an enclosed Acknowledgement form.

CONTAK RENEWAL 3 CRT-D (model no. H170, H173, H175) and CONTAK RENEWAL 3 HE CRT-D(model no. H177 and H179). Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Defibrillator. Sterilized with gaseous ethylene oxide. Guidant Corporation, Cardiac Rhythm Management, 4100 Hamline Avenue North, St. Paul, MN 5511-5798 USA. CONTAK RENEWAL 3 devices provide ventricular tachyarrhythmia and cardiac resynchronization therapies.

Engineering analysis has determined that the magnetic switch in certain devices may stick in the closed position. When the magnetic switch becomes stuck in the closed position treatment of ventricular or atrial tachyarrhythmias is inhibited, while bradycardia pacing is unaffected.

Firm issued a Dr. Doctor letter dated 06/23/05. Letter informs physicians of the issue, clinical implications and recommendations. UPDATE: An Advisory Update, dated 08/01/05 is being issued to physicians to inform them of a new programmer software application upgrade and the programmer screen alerts. Additionally regulatory approval was given for a new switch component that will be incorporated into all Guidant CRT-D products.

Primus Biliary Stent and Delivery System. Balloon Expandable Stent and Delivery System. Rx only. Model BXB35-07-27-75

A Primus device was labeled as a BXB 35 09-37-75 but contained a BXB35 07-27-75 stent.

Notification was sent to ev3 Territory Managers to have them contact their customer, have them remove affected product from their shelves and place them aside. TheTerritory Manager is responsible for retreiving affected product and returning it to ev3.

Advantage CT/PET Fusion for Advantage Windows Workstation with Volume View CT Colonography/Navigator 2 software. (Version 4.0, 4.1,or 4.2)

Display in fused mode- viewer allows 2 studies ( PET/CT) registered in the same spatial domain to be viewed simultaneously. These 2 images should be visually aligned to a precision of less than 1/2 PET Voxel. A problem associated with this version of software may introduce a shift of up to 1.5 PET Voxels, which can be as much as 8 mm with certain zoom factors.

An Urgent Safety Notice letter, dated October 8, 2004,(5121309-147, rev.E) was distributed to affected customers and a validated software patch that corrected the problem was installed on affected systems via Field Modification Instruction (FMI) 80114.

CONTAK RENEWAL 3 RF (models H210, H215), CONTAK RENEWAL 3 RF HE (models H217, H219), CONTAK RENEWAL 4 RF (models H230, H235) CONTAK RENEWAL 4 RF HE (model H239) cardiac resynchronization therapy defibrillator (CRT-D), provide ventricular tachyarrhythmia and cardiac resynchronization therapies. Ventricular tachyarrhythmia therapy is for the treatment of ventricualar tachycardia (VT) and ventricular fibrillation (VF), rhythms that are associated with suden cardiac death (SCD). Cardiac resynchron

Guidant received 39 reports of devices that exhibited lower than expected battery voltage prior to implant; none of these devices were implanted.

Affected physicians were sent an Urgent Medical Device Safety Information & Corrective Action letter, dated 05/11/06. A press release was issued March 13, 2006 The letter describes the issue and emphasizes the importance of checking battery voltage prior to implant as stated in device labeling. For implanted devices, continue normal follow-up.

Medtronic 3777 Lead Kit, 1x8 Low Impedance Lead Kit for Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS). Manufactured at: Medtronic, Inc., Villalba, Puerto Rico USA. Medtronic, Inc., Minneapolis, MN 55432-5604.

Model 3777 Standard Octad Lead (Lot V009545) and Model 3778 Compact Octad Lead (Lot V009546) were mispackaged. The result of this error is that lead kits labeled 3777 lot V009545 may contain a 3778 compact-spaced lead, while those labeled 3778 lot V009546 may contain a 3777 standard-spaced lead. The result of this error is an overall increase or decrease of 14 mm in the electrode coverage.

Medtronic representatives retrieved non-implanted devices. An Urgent Medical Device Recall letter was sent to physicians to describe the issue and patient management information.

Guidant Zoom Latitude Programming System, Model 3120, Programmer/Recorder/Monitor (PRM). A portable cardiac rhythm management system designed to be used with Guidant implantable pulse generators. Guidant Corporation, 4100 Hamline Avenue North, St. Paul, MN 55112-5798 USA.

Final software load did not occur prior to shipment of select programmers.

Sales Representatives were asked to retrieve/return identified monitors.

Advisor Vital Signs Monitor (model 9200) with Capnography options installed (model 9212S or model 9212A), catalog no. 920654225.

Altitude testing of the Advisor with Capnography module found the CO2 (End Tidal and Inspired) values are incorrect when the Advisor is configured to display in the relative units of percent (%) at elevations above 4,100 feet (at standard temperature pressure). The % CO values displayed will be lower than the actual CO2 value.

On March 16, 2005, customers were emailed Safety Action Bulletin 05-003 informing them of the low CO2 (End Tidal and Inspired) measurements in percent (%) and urging them to use mmHg or kPa as the unit of measurement . In addition, a Technical Worksheet will be distributed to customers who request a software upgrade. The Technical Worksheet will instruct them how to perform the software upgrade which corrects the CO2 measurements (End Tidal and Inspired) in percent (%).

FDA Dec 30, 2006

Locator-Wand Cover that is sold in a shelf carton (unit packaging) separate to the sterile tray containing and identified as PORT-A-CATH P.A.S. PORT T2 Fluoro-Free, Venous Access System, PolyFlow Polyurethane Catheter, 1.9mm O.D. tray. REF 21-4672-24. Contents: Portal with ULTRA-LOCK Connector, Radiopaque PolyFlow polyurethane Catheter 5.8Fr with CATH-FINDER Sensor Wire, Locator-Wand cover, Luer Cap, 20G PORT-A-CATH needle, 18G Blunt needle, Vein Pick, Point-Lok Sharps Safety Device, Product

Smiths Medical became aware that product returned to them under recall # Z-0800-06/ Z-0807-06 was inadvertently distributed to consignees after the recall was initiated 03/29/2006. The product was originally recalled because Locator Wand covers, which are supplied on the outside of PORT-A-CATH and P.A.S. PORT sterile trays, may have an insufficient seal and product sterility could be compromised.

An Urgent Product Safety & Recall Notification, dated 09/27/06, was sent to customers via facsimile and phone calls were made. The letter describes the issue and customers are given 3 options to include: use only the sterile tray and discard the wand cover, remove and discard Locator-Wand Cover pouches and request replacement Locator-Wand Covers, or return the entire device for a credit or replacement.

FDA Dec 30, 2006

Boston Scientific Wiseguide Guide Catheter 7F, .076 '', Femoral Approach, Manufactured for Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc., One Scimed Place, Maple Grove, MN USA 55311. Nonpyrogenic.

Gaps were identified between polymer segments on the 7F Wiseguide Guide Catheter in which the PTFE was not properly laminated to the braid of the catheter. This delamination of the PTFE from the braid could compromise the device delivery.

Affected customers were mailed an Urgent Medical Device Recall or Correction - Immediate Action Required letter, dated 05/22/2006. The letter describes the issue, states to immediately discontinue use of and segregate recalled product, provides instructions to ship product back to Boston Scientific and asks for the Reply Verification Tracking Form to be faxed to Boston Scientific in acknowledgement.

Medtronic Marquis VR, model 7230 Single Chamber Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD)devices are tiered therapy implantable arrhythmia control devices, which provide automatic detection of ventricular arrhythmias and delivery of user-selected therapies for the detected arrhythmia. Therapies are automatically delivered following detection or can be initiated via programming by the physician. These ICDs are multi-programmable and have the capability of transmitting via telemetry the progr

Medtronic marquis family of ICD and CRT-D devices having batteries manufactured prior to December 2003 that may experience rapid battery depletion due to a specific internal battery short mechanism. Once a short occurs, depletion can take place within a few hours to a few days, after which there is a complete loss of device function.

Medtronic Sales Representatives contacted affected physicians starting 02/10/05 to deliver an Important Patient Management Information. The letter recommended patient managment options including quarterly follow-ups, programming Patient Alert to 'On-High', provide magnet to patients to check device status and inform patients that should they expereicnce warmth in the area surrounding the ICD to seek prompt care.

Medtronic Activa Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) system including the following system components: Model 7424 Itrel II Neurostimulator (DBS applications only); Model 7426 Soletra Neurostimulator; Model 7428 Kinetra Neurostimulator; Models 3387, 3389 DBS Leads; and Models 7482,7495 DBS Extensions. Medtronic, Inc. 710 Medtronic Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55432-5604, USA. The Medtronic Activa System is an implantable, multiprogrammable system that delivers electrical stimulation to selected areas o

A safety concern exists regarding the Medtronic Activa Deep Brain Stimulation system instructions for performing MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). Medtronic's instructions have until now recommended a use of a displayed MRI head specific absorption rate (SAR) of not more than 0.4 W/kg. The recommended maximum displayed head SAR is now 0.1 W/kg.

The firm''s recall consists of providing revised instructions for the Activa DBS. The revision modifies the recommended SAR to use during MRI of patients who have an Activa DBS. Use of the Activa DBS is otherwise unaffected by this recall. A Dear Healthcare Provider letter and MRI Radiologist letter were sent on 11/30/05 and 12/05/05 to provide this information.

Quickie brand Freestyle M11 & F11, C. G. Tilt, Powered Wheelchair; Product is manufactured and distributed by Sunrise Medical, 2842 Business Park Ave., Fresno, CA 93727

While operating the powered wheelchair beyond a specified angle of recline, the wheelchair can travel at an unsafe speed when in this position.

On November 9, 2005, the firm contacted its consignees via telephone, which was followed up by a mailing, to alert them of the situation. The firm is making arrangements to conduct the service correction at users'' residence. All appointmens are scheduled to be completed by December 15, 2005.

Dade Behring brand MicroScan Prompt Inoculation System-D; Catalog # B1026-10D;

Product does not meet performance specifications through its standardized inocula for MicroScan Dried Gram-Negative and Gram-Positive Overnight panel testing.

On 9/27/06, the firm initiated the recall and its notification was via phone calls and letters (FedEx''ed) explaining the reason for the recall and requesting the product be discarded.

Impulse 5F 145 (degree) Multipack Angiographic Catheters, Catalog Number H749163913011

Some of the catheters may have yellow foreign material in their pigtail tips. The foreign material in the device could cause a stroke or significant damage to organs other than the brain.

Consignees were sent a recall letter dated February 13, 2004. The letter requested that consignees discontinue use of the recalled catheters and return them.

Boston Scientific Scimed Monorail Express 2 Coronary Stent System, 3.5 mm x 32 mm, Catalog number 35050-3235

There is an Increased potential for broken struts of the stents.

Consignees were sent a recall letter dated July 16, 2003. The letter requested that consignees discontinue use of the recalled catheters and return them.

Protege GPS Biliary System (6Fr 10mm x 30mm) - Product number SER6-10-30-135 (.018) (Biliary)

Ev3 had received customer complaints indicating that the stent device could not be used with an .035' guidewire. An investigation found that 6Fr, 135 cm (.018') stent system were labeled as a 120 cm (.035') stent system and that 6Fr 120 cm (.035') were labeled as 6Fr, 135 cm (.018').

Send notification letter to direct accounts and an EV3 representative will contact the direct account within the next few days to arrrange for the return of all unused product.

Ultra-soft SV Monorail Balloon Dilatation Catheters, 4.0 mm / 1.5 cm /90 cm (balloon width/balloon length/catheter length), Reference Catalog Number 37915-4015

Some of the product pouches have holes in the seals.

Consignees were sent a recall letter dated July 1, 2003. The letter requested that consignees discontinue use of the recalled catheters and return them.

Adept-Med brand Glassman Viscera Retainer FISH Sterile, Item Numbers: 3204, 3202, 3203, 3202, 3201, 3200, 3206; Product is manufactured and distributed by Adept-Med International, Inc., 665 Pleasant Valley Rd., Diamond Springs, CA 95619

Devices for which sterility may be compromised as evidenced by a loss of package integrity.

On 8/13/04, the firm initiated the recall and its notification was via letters explaining the reason for the recall and requesting the product be returned.

Lumenis brand Lumenis One System with Multi-Spot Nd:YAG, LightSheer and Universal IPL; Manufactured by Lumenis, Ltd, 13 Hayetzira Street, Yokneam Industrial Park, Yokneam, Israel 20692

Software anomaly recorded incorrect filter in patient database and this may lead to patient skin burns.

On 4/8/05, the firm initiated the recall and its notification was via letters informing its customers of the corrective action.

3M Attest Rapid Readout 1292 Biological Indicators (Steam) Pack 70-2006-2052-7, Lot 2006-21, in boxes of 50 per box

The 3M Attest 1292 Rapid Readout Biological Indicators for steam sterilization may contain ampoules which may result in a false negative readout at 3 hours.

A Product Recall Notice was sent on February 27, 2004 to consignees instructing them to discontinue use of the recalled product and return products to 3M.

ProSpecT Campylobacter Microplate Assay. Catalog #2476096.

A potential contamination was noted in the conjugate in ProSpecT Campylobacter Microplate Assay. The particulate in the conjugate may cause the dropper tip to become plugged.

Remel contacted the customer with a letter, requesting a count of the affected lot, and offered replacement of the kits.

Port-A-Cath II Low Profile Epidural Implantable Access System, with PolyFlow Polyurethane Catheter, 1.2mm O.D. x 0.5mm I.D., REF 21-1501-01

Some of the outer product pouches have voids in the seals and do not assure that the outer surfaces of the inner tray containing the port, catheter and procedural components remain sterile after sterilization.

A recall letter dated March 26, 2004 gave customers the option of returning the products or using the products if the customer's procedures do not require sterility of the outer surface of the inner tray.

Gyrus PlasmaKinetic Super Pulse Generator is a micro-computer based radio frequency generator with electrical and software components made of biocompatible materials for medical applications.

The generator may malfunction when used in close proximity to a monopolar generator.

On December 05, 2003, the firm sent recall notices to their affected customers by Certified Mail. The customers were notified that the firm would call them to arrange for pick up and correction of the device.

VIASYS Healthcare Disposable Bar Electrodes. Re-order No. 019-435600. Single Use only. Manufactured in the U.S.A. for VIASYS Healthcare, 5225 Verona Road, Bldg 2, Madison, WI USA 53711-4495..Each box contains 10 pouches of Bar Electrodes and each pouch contains 10 electrodes

The Bar Electrodes do not meet performance specification for electrode impedance. A manufacturing defect was discovered in disposable bar electrodes, part number 019-435600, lot 604664, that has the potential to reduce the amplitude of a motor or sensory nerve action potential. These possible lower amplitudes will be measured only if the bar electrode is used as a bar.

Communication on April 28, 2006 by phone, followed by Certified Mail, with return receipt to confirm receipt of information . The letter describes the issue and asks that affected product be returned. The customer notification allows the user the option of using the Bar Electrode as 2 separate electrodes, as described in the Instructions for Use.

Discovery ST PET/CT imaging system with gantry model number 5105797. Catalog Identifiers: S9114LA/LB/MA/MN, S9118LA/LB/MA/MN, S9116LA/MA. The system combines the high performance Lightspeed Plus CT with high performance PET that is optimized for routine 2D and 3D oncology, cardiology and neurology clinical studies.

The LightSpeed CT Technical Reference Manual was omitted from the document kit shipped with the PET/CT system.

All affected customers are being sent an 'Important Radiation Safety Notification' letter dated November 10, 2005, that identifies affected units, the associated potential hazards, and the planned modification. A Copy of the Technical Reference Manual will be included with the customer letter.

Guidant INSIGNIA I Entra family of pacemakers includes the following: SSI (model numbers 0484 and 0485); DDD (models 0985, 0986); SR (models 1195, 1198); and DR (models1294, 1295, 1296). Intermedics NEXUS Entra family of pacemakers includes the following: SSI (model 1326); DDD (model 1426); SR (model 1398) and DR (model 1494). The INSIGNIA I Entra pacemakers are multiprogrammable pacemakers from Guidant. The NEXUS I Entra pacemakers are multiprogrammable pacemakers from Intermedics. Th

A failure mode occurring at a low rate, has been identified within the INSIGNIA and NEXUS families of implantable pacemakers. Device behaviors which may be observed include: Intermittent or permanent loss of pacing output without warning, intermittent or permanent loss of telemetry and appearance of a reset warning message upon interrogation.

Important Medical Device Safety Information & Corrective Action , dated 09/22/05 was sent to all affected physicians. This letter explained the failure mode, what devices are affected and gave recommendations. A press release was issued on 09/22/05.

Focus * DAILIES * Toric * One-Day Contact Lenses * CIBA Vision

Misbranding; Lenses (-0.75) are labeled with the incorrect power of (-1.50) .

Consignees were notified by letter on/about 07/25/06 to return any of the affected lots found in inventory

AMPLATZER Duct Occluder, Order No. 9-PDA-003, Device Size 5/4mm, Length 5 mm. Sterile EO. Single Use Only. Manufactured by AGA Medical Corporation, 682 Mendelssohn Avenue, Golden Valley, MN 55427 USA. The AMPLATZER Duct Occluder is a self-expandable device made from a Nitinol wire mesh. A retention skirt on the aortic side provides secure positioning in the ampulla of the ductus. As the occluder is implanted, it expands outward and the wires push against the wall of the ductus. Polyester

The pointed end of a screw securing the occluder to the delivery cable could scrape off microscopic fragments of the polytetrafluorethylene (PTFE) plastic lining of the sheath. Those shavings could potentially migrate into a patient's bloodstream.

User facilities and distributors were notified via email beginning 09/06/05. Additionally a hard copy of the recall letter was sent via certified mail or Federal Express. AGA requests that the Response Form be completed and faxed or emailed back to them. AGA Medical staff will assist users in returning product distributed within the US.

Medtronic Kinetra 7428. Dual Program Neurostimulator for Deep Brain Stimulation. Rx only. Medtronic, Inc., 710 Medtronic Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55432-5604 USA. Kinetra neurostimulator is a component of the Activa System. The Medtronic Activa System is an implantable, multiprogrammable system that delivers electrical stimulation to selected areas of the brain. The dual program Model 7428 Kinetra Neurostimulator generates electrical signals that are transmitted to the brain. The neurost

A specific subset of model 7428 Kinetra implantable neurostimulators may fail due to lifted wirebonds between the hybrid circuit and battery. This failure mechanism may present clinically as loss of functionality and a return of the patient's underlying medical conditions.

An Urgent Device Recall Important Patient Management Information letter was sent to implanting and following physicians of patients who have received the device. The letter describes the issue and provides recommendations.

Amplatzer Delivery Systems (45-degree curve). order no. 9-DEL-6F-45/60. Product is labeled as Sterile EO. Amplatzer Occluder Device and Delivery System is comprised of delivery sheath, delivery cable, dilator, loading device and pin vise. The Delivery and Exchang Systems are placed onto polyboard backing cards. The backing card is then placed into a smaller of 2 Tyvek pouches. The pouch is then placed inside a larger Tyvek pouch. The kit is assembled at AGA and then sterilized by Steri

Tubing utilized in the manufacture of the AMPLATZER Delivery and Exchange System sheaths and dilators was in some cases manufactured by our supplier outside of process parameters; causing a residue to be left on the inside of the tubing.

Recall notices were sent via e-mail 11/22/04 to physicians, hospitals and distributors who received affected product. Hard copies of the Recall Notices were sent to all customers (international and domestic) via Federal Express 11/22-24/04. A form that is attached to the Recall Notice asks for customers to fill out quantities of affected product and to return the affected product to AGA Medical.

IntraStent DoubleStrut LD - Balloon Expandable Biliary Stent, Sterilized EO, ev3 4600 Nathan Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55442-2920 USA. The IntraStent DoubleStrut LD Biliary Stent is a balloon expandable stent. It is intended as a permanently implanted device. The stent is made from a 316L stainless steel tube cut into an open lattice design. It is designed to be crimped onto a non-compliant PTA balloon catheter that is indicated for biliary stent expansion. After mounting onto a balloon cat

IntraStent product S15-36 (P/N 90-1341-02) lot 494428 was labeled as IntraStent product S15-26 (P/N 90-1341-001)

On March 3, 2004, shipping personnel noted that IntraStent product S15-36, lot 494428, was labeled as IntraStent product S15-26. Six units from the lot were in distribution. On December 29, 2005, customers were sent a Field Action Form to record the number of used or available for return stents at their facility. The form instructs the customer to return the completed original form and any unused stents.

ev3 Protege GPS Self-Expanding Nitinol Stent Biliary System--- Sterilization with Ethylene Oxide Gas. ev3, 4600 Nathan Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55442-2920 USA. The self-expanding stent is made of nickel titanium alloy (Nitinol) and comes pre-mounted on an over-the-wire delivery system. The stent is cut from a nitinol tube into an open lattice design and is designed with tantalum radiopaque markers at the proximal and distal ends of the stent. Upon deployment, the stent achieves its predete

Mispackaging-Protege GPS SER6-9-60-125 devices were incorrectly packaged as SER6-7-80-135. Diameter is larger than expected.

An ev3 field representative will notify affected consignees in person beginning 2/27/2006. Product retrieval or use of the device will be documented using on a ''Field Action Form''. Account credit or product from an unaffected lot number will be provided.

Smiths Pneupac babyPAC portable ventilator, model 100. Designed for use by qualified medical caregivers, paramedics and other trained personnel, for hospital, emergency and transport ventilation of patients during respiratory distress or insufficiency.

A potential safety related problem associated with the Pnuepac babyPac Ventilator model 100 has been discovered in that the interface between the air input hose and the air input fitting may leak, and if tightened too much, the air input fitting may loosen when trying to remove the air hose.

Consignees were provided a Safety Action Bulletin, number 05-SAB05, dated 12/05/05. This requests that affected devices be quarantined, Smiths Medical be contacted and devices ultimately be returned to Smiths Medical Pm, Inc. Service Departmentfor repair.

Sopha Medical Vision DST / DST-XL Digital vatiable angle Nuclear Imaging System

Cracked welds on the main rotation shaft could potentially lead to the collapse of the gantry yokes that support the detectors if the system is continued to be used after the weld has completely fractured.

GE Healthcare issued an Urgent Safety Notice, dated 07/22/05, to all affected sites. This letter describes the potential hazard, its waring signs and the additional corrective actions that will be taken by GE Healthcare.

Medtronic Model 37711 Restore Neurostimulator. The Restore Neurostimulator is an implanted, rechargeable neurostimulator which provides pain management therapy.

A limited number of Model 37711 Restore Neurostimulators have an incorrect internal memory parameter that causes the device to indicate it is fully recharged when it may only be 80% to 90% recharged. This anomaly does not affect patient safety. This anomoly can be corrected by reprogramming the Restore Neurostimulator using specific software.

A 'Customer Communication' letter was sent to Medtronic field personnel to hand-carry into the affected accounts; customer contact began on 11/22/2005. The letter explains the patients implanted with these devices likely will only be able to recharge their neurostimulator to about 80-90% of a full charge. This anomaly does not affect device safety or effectiveness but Medtronic will re-program them upon request for customer satisfaction. The letter will be followed by scheduled on-site visit to reset the internal memory parameter of the neurostimulator.

X-Sizer Thrombectomy Catheter System (ev3) Model number XD-CS1150-45 (for US distribution). Model number XR-CS1150-45 (for foreign distribution). 1.5mm. Sterilization with Ethylene Oxide Gas. ev3 4600 Nathan Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55442-2920 USA.

Loss of Operating Vacuum during use-It has been determined that a small percentage of X-Sizer Thrombectomy Catheter Systems from specific lots may lose operating vacuum prematurely due to a system leak within the Control Module. This failure can lead to the inaility to complete the procedure of thrombus removal and the necessity to remove the device prior to achieving a satisfactory result.

A medical Device Recall Letter dated 02/13/06 was sent to hospitals along the affected device lot numbers the hospital should have received on a Device Reconciliation Form. ev3 is asking for affected devices to be returned. Returned devices will be replaced at no cost.

Amplatz Goose Neck Microsnare Kit, Model SK400 (175 cm length x 4mm loop snare x .018'',0.46mm) and SK701 (200 cm length x 7mm loop snare x 0.18'' x 0.46mm) ev3, 4600 Nathan Lane North, Plymouth, Minnesota, 55442-2920 USA. For one time use only. Sterilization with Ethylene Oxide gas. Do not resterilize.------The Amplatz Goose Neck Microsnare Kit contains one Amplatz Goose Neck Microsnare, one Microcatheter, one Microsnare Introducer and one torque device.

ev3 has determined that one test unit from each of two lots did not meet mininum tensile strength requirements and therefore the entire lots are being recalled.

The recall was initiated on August 16, 2005. All units distributed have been accounted for and the firm completed the recall on December 29, 2005. The firm sent a notification to customers with a Device Recall Field Action Form to record if devices remain at the sight and include with devices returned for credit or replacement.

FDA Dec 22, 2006

Lone Star Medical Products, Inc. 1100 Series Aluminum Retractor Rings, Model #1104; manufactured by Lone Star Medical Products, Inc.

Ni-Cr Plated 1100 Series Retractors with a chromium finish were replaced by Retractors with a hard-anodized finish after complaints of peeling were received.

For domestic customers, the firm sent product replacement letters to customers (as listed on the firm's invoices), and hospital operating room personnel on October 6, 2004. On November 8, 2004, a faxed letter was sent to the Purchasing/Materials Management Department of all customers. From November 9 through November 12, 2004, a phone call drive was conducted to contact appropriate individuals for each customer. For international customers, the firm notified distributors and obtained end user details from them. End users were then contacted and communicated with regarding the product replacement. In addition, the firm utilized its Summer and Fall 2004 newsletters to communicate the product replacement information. Customers were encouraged to return NiCr coated products for a hard-anodized coated replacement product.

Abbott brand FreeStyle Blood Glucose Meter, distributed by Abbott Diabetes Care, 1420 Harbor Bay Pwky. Alameda, CA 94502. Manufactured by: Flextronics International, Long Jing Industrial Estate, Long Jing Road, Xi Li Town, Nantou District, Shenzhen, China

The products may encounter display problem, 'Er 4' message, during prolonged use when the low battery symbol is displayed. The situation can render the meter either inoperable or operable with invalid user configuration data including selectable unit of measure, and strip calibration code.

On 5/22/06, the firm issued letters via Federal Express to all its direct consignees, informing them of the affected products and providing instructions for the corrective actions.

Hamilton brand RAPHAEL Ventilator (Software Versio 2.2x), Product is distributed by Hamilton Medical, Inc., 4990 Energy Way,Reno, NV 89502-Serial Numbers 2975 to 5360,

ALARM FAILURE-Following an oxygen cell calibration, the user may inadvertently and unknowingly disable the alarm system.

On May 24, 2006 the manufacturer initiated this recall. The Recalling establishment/US Initial Importer/Distributor-received the manufacturer''s notice on May 31, 2006 and initiated their recall on June 1, 2006. The US distributor has issued a Medical Device Field Correction.

Syringe, 62RNR 2.5 Microliter Syringe, with needle point style 3 (blunt needle point for use with HPLC injection valves and for sample pipetting) Part #: 87942.

There is an error in the marking of the graduated divisions on syringes in affected lots that shows an amount that is double the actual volume of the syringe

On 3/28/06, the firm initiated the recall and its notification was via letters explaining the reason for the recall and requesting the product be returned.

LifeScan brand One Touch UltraSmart Meter Owners Booklet AW 060-788-01A; All One Touch UltraSmart Meters shipped with OneTouch UltraSmart Owner''s Booklet AW 060-788-01A are affected by this Field Correction.

Meter labeling (Owner's Booklet and Quick Reference Guide) is incorrect as it indicates that the meter displays the message 'Do you need a snack' for glucose values between 20 and 70 mg/dL; whereas the OneTouch UltraSmart meter displays the message, 'Do you need a snack?' for glucose values from 20 through 59 mg/dL.

On 6/9/05, the firm initiated the recall and their notification was via letters informing its customers of the corrective action.

Medtronic Slimline Single-Use Internal Reference pH Catheter for Gastroesophageal pH measurements. Models 9012P3101, 9012P3111, 9012P3121, 9012P3131 and 9012P3141. Distributed by / Medtronic Inc. 710 Medtronic Parkway NE, Minneapolis, MN 55432-5604 USA

Certain lots have a manufacturing defect that allows the water pushed through the catheter to travel back into the connector of the Digitrapper pH recorder. Medtronic has determined that patient safety is not compromised, but catheter function may be affected and damage may result to the Digitrapper pH recorder.

Letters will be sent to distributors, end-users and Medtronic Field Personnel. The end-user will be asked to return via fax a confirmation/customer receipt. Letters identify the affected catalog number and lot numbers. Customers are asked to return affected product and will receive replacement product.

Hospira brand Plum A+I.V. Infusion Pump, List No. 11971-04; Hospira brand Plum A+I.V. Infusion Pump, List No. 12391-04; Hospira brand Plum A+3 I.V. Infusion Pump, List No. 12618-04; Hospira brand Plum A+3 I.V. Infusion Pump, List No. 12348-04; Infusion pump is a multi-function fluid delivery infusion system, consisting of pumping module and assortment of IV sets. Product is manufactured and distributed by Hospira Inc., 755 Jarvis Dr., Morgan Hill, CA

The pump may shut-off prematurely during battery operation without providing adequate response time when 'E320' service warning message appears.

On 5/18/05, the firm issued letters via Federal Express to all its direct consignees, informing them of the affected products and providing instructions on the recall.

Cardinal Health Custom Sterile Latex Free Convenience Kits; sterile single use disposable devices packaged in plastic pouches; Cardinal Health, McGaw Park, IL 60085 U.S.A.; identified by the following catalog numbers: a) Cat. POOCOTFGB - Sterile Ortho Pack b) Cat.SOP22ARCLC - Sterile Arthoscopy Pack c) Cat. SOP30ARCOB - Sterile Knee Arthroscopy Pack d) Cat. SOP30ARCOC - Sterile Knee Arthroscopy Pack e) Cat. SOP30ARKGC - Sterile Arthroscopy Pk f) Cat. SOP30ARMCB - Sterile McCallum Surgical Pack

The procedure kits labeled as latex-free may contain a 4' or 6' ultra-weave premium elastic bandage containing dry, natural rubber latex.

Cardinal Health notified the accounts who ordered the affected packs via letter dated 10/3/05, informing them that the packs that were labeled latex-free actually contained an elastic bandage that contained latex rubber. The letters were accompanied by a listing of catalog numbers and work order numbers for the affected packs ordered by each account. The accounts were requested to telephone Cardinal Customer Service at 1-800-964-5227 for return instructions for the affected packs return to Cardinal Health for replacement.

Boston Scientific brand Pivot Steerable Microcatheter, 1.9F/2.4F, Catalog #: 1721, Universal Product Number: M00317210, Product is Manufactured by: Boston Scientific - Precision Vascular, 2405 West Orton Cir. West Valley City, UT 84119

During forward advancement, the user may experience increased resistance and may exhibit jump-effect, and this could result in increase in procedure time, or vessel injury, including perforation.

On 4/25/06, the firm initiated the recall notification via letters explaining the reason for the recall and requesting the product be returned.

Medtronic Zinetics 24ME Multi-Use External Reference pH Catheter. For Gastroesophageal pH Measurements. Catalog number 9012P2121. Distributed by Medtronic, Inc., 710 Medtronic Parkway NE, Minneapolis, MN 55432-5604, USA.

Lot 0001491 has a manufacturing defect in the sensor spacing. Sensors have been placed 5 cm apart instead of 15 cm apart. Medtronic has determined that patient safety is not compromised. Clinicians however should review and reassess the results of any patient studies for which catheters from lot 0001491 were used.

An Urgent Recall letter was issued to all affected customers 1/25/2006. This letter described the issue and listed what actions customers were to take to return affected product.