The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0809-2018·Announced 2018-03-07

Aesculap proSA Tool Set Recalled for Incorrect Valve Pressure Adjustment

Aesculap Implant Systems LLC is recalling proSA Tool Sets because the adjusting pin does not set the correct valve opening pressure for the shunt system.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a medical device defect that could lead to incorrect shunt pressure, posing a risk of harm, but the source text does not report any specific injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a high-risk product where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Aesculap Implant Systems LLC is recalling the proSA Tool Set, which is used to adjust and verify the proSA Adjustable Shunt System Shunt, central nervous system and components. The recall is due to a defect where the proSA adjusting pin does not set the correct valve opening pressure.

The recall involves two units of the product, specifically Batch #20034364 and #20034751. These units were distributed in the United States to Pennsylvania. No specific dates or additional distribution details are provided in the source text.

Consumers who possess these specific batches of the proSA Tool Set should stop using the adjusting pin to modify the shunt system. They should contact Aesculap Implant Systems LLC for further instructions on how to proceed with the recall.

The recalled product

Product
proSA Tool Set used to adjust and verify the proSA Adjustable Shunt System Shunt, central nervous system and components
Affected units
2

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Batch #20034364 and #20034751

Distribution

Distributed in 1 state: