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Z-0594-2010

Powerlink System with IntuiTrak Delivery System (Endovascular Graft): Model Number 34-34-80LE, LOTS W09-2967...

Endologix LLC / initiated 2009-11-25 / Terminated / root cause: manufacturing process

Endologix Inc began a recall of Powerlink System with IntuiTrak Delivery System (Endovascular Graft): Model Number 34-34-80LE, LOTS W09-2967 AND W09-3000 on . The reason FDA records is "This action is being taken because the product has the potential for the polyimide tubing to detach from the inner core due to the bond failure. If this occurs, treatment may be delayed or interrupted. The firm's...". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated, and MDM tags the root cause as manufacturing process.

Recall record

Recall number
Z-0594-2010
Status
Terminated
Initiated
Posted
Terminated
Recalling firm
Endologix LLC
Product
Powerlink System with IntuiTrak Delivery System (Endovascular Graft): Model Number 34-34-80LE, LOTS W09-2967 AND W09-3000.
Product code
OAD Catheter, Percutaneous, Cardiac Ablation, For Treatment Of Atrial Flutter
Reason for recall
This action is being taken because the product has the potential for the polyimide tubing to detach from the inner core due to the bond failure. If this occurs, treatment may be delayed or interrupted. The firm's initial health hazard analysis indicated the event may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or an outcome where the probability of serious adverse health
Root cause tag
manufacturing process
FDA root cause
Process design
Action
The recall communication was initiated on 11/25/09 by phone call and followed by recall letter via Fed-Ex Overnight. The recall letter informed the consignees of the reason for recall and products affected. Users were instructed to share this information with physicians that performed the affected procedures at their facility. Endologix informed their consignees that their personnel would retrieve the affected devices and return it to Endologix at no cost and would replace the affected units. Consignees with questions or comments about the notice are directed to (800) 983-2284.
Quantity in commerce
14 UNITS DISTRIBUTED: 3 LOT W09-2967 AND 1 LOT W09-3000 STILL AT CONSIGNEES. 10 UNITS USED.
Distribution
Recalled devices were distributed to medical centers and hospitals in OR, PA, FL, TX, MI and LA.
Product codes and lots
MODEL NUMBER 34-34-80LE, LOTS W09-2967 AND W09-3000.