Polar Dressing, Knee/MU/Shldr Intelli-Flo-Breg, PN 10630 Used with cold therapy pads to provide insulation...
Breg Inc, An Orthofix Company began a recall of Polar Dressing, Knee/MU/Shldr Intelli-Flo-Breg, PN 10630 Used with cold therapy pads to provide insulation barrier between the pad and patient's skin on . FDA classified it as Class II and gives the reason as "This recall has been initiated due to confirmation that the Polar Dressing, Knee/MU/Shldr Intelli-Flo-Breg does not meet the required thickness as specified. The dressing in the sterile pouch measures a thickness of...". As of , the recall status on record is Terminated, and MDM tags the root cause as manufacturing process.
Recall record
- Recall number
- Z-2326-2012
- Classification
- Class II
- Status
- Terminated
- Initiated
- Posted
- Terminated
- Recalling firm
- Breg Inc
- Product
- Polar Dressing, Knee/MU/Shldr Intelli-Flo-Breg, PN 10630 Used with cold therapy pads to provide insulation barrier between the pad and patient's skin.
- Product code
- KGX Tape And Bandage, Adhesive
- Reason for recall
- This recall has been initiated due to confirmation that the Polar Dressing, Knee/MU/Shldr Intelli-Flo-Breg does not meet the required thickness as specified. The dressing in the sterile pouch measures a thickness of 0.010" instead of 0.020". This change in thickness makes the dressing thinner, less durable and subject to tearing. The product is mislabeled.
- Root cause tag
- manufacturing process
- FDA root cause
- Nonconforming Material/Component
- Action
- The firm, Breg Orthofix, called their customers on August 11, 2010 sent a letter dated August 12, 2010 and emails to all customers. The call and letter described the product, problem and actions to be taken. The customers were instructed to take immediate action to identify and quarantine the product at their facility. Breg established a return materials authorization and is contacting their customers to provide a Return Authorization to return the dressings. Breg is also providing replacement dressings. If you have any questions regarding communication or the Intelli-Flo Sterile Dressing, contact Breg Customer Relations at (800) 321-0607.
- Quantity in commerce
- 502 units
- Distribution
- Worldwide distribution: USA (nationwide) and country of: Nova Scotia.
- Product codes and lots
- Lot # D101564
Enforcement reports
One row per recalled product line| Recall number | Class | Status | Voluntary or mandated | Report date | Classified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Z-2326-2012 | Class II | Terminated | Voluntary: Firm initiated |
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