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Sterility Compromise recalls

328 recalls in our database tag this hazard, drawn from FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, and NHTSA source notices.

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151–175 of 328

  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1197-2024·2024-03-06

    Integra Cranial Access Kit Recalled Due to Packaging Integrity Defect

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 188 units of the Integra Cranial Access Kit because defective sterile packaging may have compromised product sterility.

    Product
    Ref No: INS7250 / Integra Cranial Access Kit. For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1196-2024·2024-03-06

    Integra cranial access kit recalled for sterile packaging failure

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 1,324 cranial access kits due to sterile packaging defects that may compromise product sterility.

    Product
    Ref No: INS5HND / Integra Cranial access kit (without Prep solutions) Bit and Guard. For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1198-2024·2024-03-06

    Integra Cranial Access Kit recalls due to packaging sterility defect

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 161 units of the Cranial Access Kit (Lot 7124720) due to packaging defects that may compromise sterility. The recall affects units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Ref No: INS7260 / Integra¿ Cranial Access Kit. For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1194-2024·2024-03-06

    Integra Cranial Access Kit Recalled for Sterile Packaging Defect

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 27 units of its Cranial Access Kit due to defective sterile packaging that may compromise product sterility. The kits were distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Ref No: HITHSP04 / Integra Cranial Access Kit. For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1199-2024·2024-03-06

    Integra Cranial Access Kit recall over sterile packaging defect

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling the Cranial Access Kit due to a defect in the sterile packaging that may compromise product sterility. Affects 30 units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Ref No: INS7270 / Integra¿ Cranial Access Kit. For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1193-2024·2024-03-06

    Cranial Access Kit recalled due to sterile packaging integrity defect

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling a Cranial Access Kit due to packaging defects that may compromise sterility. The product was distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Ref No: 31156 / COMBO KIT CONTAINS INS-8301, INS-4500,INS-HITH. For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1200-2024·2024-03-06

    Integra Cranial Access Kit Recall Due to Sterile Packaging Defect

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling the INS7280 Cranial Access Kit due to a packaging defect that may compromise product sterility. The recall affects 82 units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    INS7280 / Integra¿ Cranial Access Kit. For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1195-2024·2024-03-06

    Integra Cranial Access Kit: Sterile Packaging Integrity Failure

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 23 units of the Cranial Access Kit due to defects in sterile packaging that may compromise product sterility. Units were distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Ref No: HITHSP06 / Integra Cranial Access Kit. For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1201-2024·2024-03-06

    Integra Cranial Access Kit Recalled for Compromised Sterile Packaging

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 8,906 units of the Cranial Access Kit because the sterile packaging failed integrity testing, potentially compromising sterility. Units were distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Ref No: INSHITH / Integra¿ Cranial Access Kit. For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1080-2024·2024-02-28

    Surgical ocular packs recalled for loss of saline sterility

    Windstone Medical Packaging recalled 128 surgical eye kits because the included saline cannot be guaranteed sterile, risking post-operative infection.

    Product
    Aligned Medical Solutions, In House Ocular Pack, AMS12947A STERILEEO
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    3 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0996-2024·2024-02-14

    Globus Medical Cranial Drill recalled for potential sterility compromise

    Globus Medical is recalling Cranial Drills due to potential sterility loss from packaging breaches and discoloration at the drill tip. The drills are used in cranial surgery with the ExcelsiusGPS system.

    Product
    Globus Medical Cranial Drill with Stop, 3.20mm - instruments for access, preparation, and placement of cranial devices with the ExcelsiusGPS. Ref: 6143.1842S
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0999-2024·2024-02-14

    Surgical hip instruments recalled due to compromised sterility packaging

    Howmedica Osteonics is recalling HRIS ACET CUP surgical instruments used in hip replacement surgery due to failed package seal integrity testing. The recall affects lot-numbered units distributed worldwide.

    Product
    HRIS ACET CUP CUT TIP 26X140 Part Number: 6210-5-100. single-use, sterile surgical instruments used during hip arthroplasty
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0995-2024·2024-02-14

    Globus Medical Cranial Drills recalled for sterility loss and discoloration

    Globus Medical is recalling Cranial Drills (2.40mm) due to packaging breaches that may compromise sterility and discoloration near the drill tip. Distributed worldwide.

    Product
    Globus Medical Cranial Drill with Stop, 2.40mm - Instruments for access, preparation, and placement of cranial devices with the ExcelsiusGPS. Ref : 6143.1834S
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0986-2024·2024-02-14

    Absorbable Surgical Tacks Recalled for Potential Sterility Compromise

    Covidien LP is recalling AbsorbaTack Absorbable Fixation Device 30 due to packaging defects that may compromise product sterility. Fifty-four units were distributed in five states.

    Product
    AbsorbaTack Absorbable Fixation Device 30 Violet Absorbable Tacks 5 mm- -intended for fixation of prosthetic material to soft tissue in minimally invasive and open surgical hernia repair procedures Model ABSTACK30
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0623-2024·2024-01-10

    Medtronic Protege GPS Stent System Recalled for Packaging Seal Defects

    Medtronic is recalling Protege GPS Self-Expanding Peripheral Stent Systems due to seal defects in product packaging that could compromise sterility. Affected lot B644679 had national distribution.

    Product
    Protege GPS Self-Expanding Peripheral Stent System, product number SERB65-09-60-80, Sterile.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0579-2024·2023-12-27

    Exactech Equinoxe Shoulder System recalled for vacuum loss in bags

    Exactech Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder implants have been recalled due to loss of vacuum in the storage bag. The manufacturer received 3 complaints involving 4 devices.

    Product
    Exactech Equinoxe Reverse Shoulder System, Catalog Numbers: a) 320-36-00, b) 320-36-03, c) 320-36-04, d) 320-36-10, e) 320-36-13, f) 320-38-00, g) 320-38-13, h) 320-40-00, i) 320-40-10, j) 320-42-00, k) 320-42-10, l) 320-42-13, m) 320-46-10, n) 320-46
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    16 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0499-2024·2023-12-13

    Cranial Access Kit Packaging Defect May Compromise Sterility

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling a cranial access kit due to a packaging defect that can cause the sterile outer packaging to split without additional force, potentially compromising device sterility.

    Product
    Combo Kit Consists OF 10-110/INS-4500/INS-7040- For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain. Catalog Number: 31004
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0493-2024·2023-12-13

    Integra Cranial Access Kit packaging defect compromises device sterility

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 59 Integra Cranial Access Kits due to outer packaging that can split without external force, compromising device sterility. Affected units (Lot 6837706, exp. 1-Mar-25) should be discontinued immediately.

    Product
    Integra Cranial Access Kit - For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain. Catalog Number: INS7040
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0496-2024·2023-12-13

    Cranial Access Kit Recall Due to Packaging Defect Compromising Sterility

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 485 Cranial Access Kits (Catalog INS7250) due to a packaging defect that can cause spontaneous splitting, compromising device sterility. The kits are used for surgical access to the brain.

    Product
    Integra Cranial Access Kit- For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain. Catalog Number: INS7250
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0491-2024·2023-12-13

    Integra Cranial Access Kit Recalled for Defective Outer Packaging

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 1,639 units of its Cranial Access Kits because the outer packaging may split without additional external force, potentially compromising device sterility.

    Product
    Integra Cranial access kit (without Prep solutions) Bit and Guard-For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain. Catalog Number: INS5HND
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0492-2024·2023-12-13

    Integra Cranial Access Kit recall due to outer packaging defect

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling the Integra Cranial Access Kit due to a defect in the outer packaging that can split and compromise device sterility. A total of 173 units are affected.

    Product
    Integra Cranial Access Kit -For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain. Catalog Number: INS7270
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0495-2024·2023-12-13

    Integra Cranial Access Kit Recalled for Packaging Defect Compromising Sterility

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 510 units of Cranial Access Kits due to a defect in outer packaging that can split spontaneously, compromising device sterility and increasing infection risk in neurosurgery.

    Product
    Integra Cranial Access Kit-For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain. Catalog Number: INS7260
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0497-2024·2023-12-13

    Integra Cranial Access Kit recalled over outer packaging defect

    Integra LifeSciences recalled the Integra Cranial Access Kit (160 units) due to a defect in the outer packaging that can split and compromise device sterility, creating an infection risk for neurosurgical procedures.

    Product
    Integra¿ Cranial Access Kit-For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain. Catalog Number: HITHSP06
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0494-2024·2023-12-13

    Integra Cranial Access Kit Packaging Defect Compromises Sterility

    Integra LifeSciences is recalling 180 Cranial Access Kits due to a packaging defect that can cause splits, compromising the sterility of the surgical device.

    Product
    Integra¿ Cranial Access Kit-For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain. Catalog Number: INS7280
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0498-2024·2023-12-13

    Integra Cranial Access Kit recalled due to packaging defect

    Integra LifeSciences Corp. is recalling 173 units of its Cranial Access Kit due to a packaging defect that can split and compromise device sterility. No illnesses have been reported.

    Product
    Integra Cranial Access Kit-For access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain. Catalog Number: HITHSP04
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide