FDA Device

Edwards Lifesciences Aortic Perfusion Cannula, 24F x 30CM, resterilized.

Hazard

The expiration date on the device labeling exceeds its actual validated shelf life because the sterilization process used does not have adequate support for the extended shelf life.

What You Should Do

Remedy

Customers were notified via letter on about 03/02/2018. Instructions included to review inventory for affected devices, arrange for their return to SPS Sterilization, and complete and return the Buisness Response Card. A follow up letter was sent to customer on about 03/07/2018 and included a description of the risk and hazard involved. Instructions remained the same.

Products

Edwards Lifesciences Aortic Perfusion Cannula, 24F x 30CM, resterilized.
Brand
SPS Sterilization, Inc
UPC
Code Number AAO24TFA-R; Lot Number 59736014; Serial Numbers 16504192017-01, 16504192017-02, 16504192017-03, 16504192017-04, 16504192017-05, 16504192017-06, 16504192017-07, 16504192017-08, 16504192017-09, 16504192017-10

Units Affected

10 units total