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Z-2326-2012Class II

Polar Dressing, Knee/MU/Shldr Intelli-Flo-Breg, PN 10630 Used with cold therapy pads to provide insulation...

Breg Inc / initiated 2010-08-11 / Terminated / root cause: manufacturing process

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
FDA enforcement reports joined to recall event Z-2326-2012
Recall numberClassStatusVoluntary or mandatedReport dateClassified
Z-2326-2012Class IITerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated