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Gyrus Medical, Inc recalls Gyrus ACMI Disposable Falope-Ring Band Applicator Kits. REF 006889-901 and REF 005280-901 (with 8 mm Disposable Trocan)
Recalled March 19, 2014 · FDA recall Z-1196-2014 · Gyrus Medical
Hazard
Due to an anomaly in the packaging process for specific lots of Disposable Falope-Ring Band Kit, it is possible that a defective seal could be present that may allow a breach of the package's sterile barrier and may compromise the sterility of the product. The breach may or may not be easily seen. · FDA Class II
Units
856 units
Sold at
US Distribution.
Description
Due to an anomaly in the packaging process for specific lots of Disposable Falope-Ring Band Kit, it is possible that a defective seal could be present that may allow a breach of the package's sterile barrier and may compromise the sterility of the product. The breach may or may not be easily seen.
Product
Gyrus ACMI Disposable Falope-Ring Band Applicator Kits. REF 006889-901 and REF 005280-901 (with 8 mm Disposable Trocan). Sterile EO. Single Use Only. The disposable Falope-Ring Band Applicator is a sterile, two-band, dual-incision instrument. The two-band applicator enables the physician to occlude both Fallopian tubes without removing the applicator from the abdominal cavity. The Falope-Ring Band and Applicator Kits are indicated for use for female sterilization (permanent contraception).
Manufacturer(s)
Gyrus Medical, Inc
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →