The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0948-2017·Announced 2017-01-11

Tepha GalaSHAPE 3D Medical Device Recalled for Endotoxin Specification Exceedance

Tepha Incorporated is recalling 29 units of GalaSHAPE 3D medical devices because endotoxin levels slightly exceeded specifications.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the source text indicates a minor deviation where endotoxin values 'slightly exceeded' specifications without reporting of injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Tepha Incorporated is recalling 29 units of the GalaSHAPE 3D medical device, product code SH3D03. This bioresorbable scaffold is indicated for soft tissue support and repair in plastic, reconstructive, and general soft tissue surgeries.

The recall was initiated because endotoxin values from testing of retained samples slightly exceeded the established specification. The affected units are identified by Lot Number 160294.

The devices were distributed nationwide to Indiana, California, Florida, Michigan, Nevada, and Montana. Healthcare providers and patients should contact Tepha Incorporated for further instructions regarding the return or replacement of these specific units.

The recalled product

Product
GalaSHAPE 3D; product code SH3D03, a medium size oval GalaSHAPE" 3D is indicated for use as a bioresorbable scaffold for soft tissue support and to repair, elevate and reinforce deficiencies where weakness or voids exist that require the addition of material to obtain the desire
Manufacturer
Tepha Incorporated
Hazard
Affected units
29

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)

  • Lot Number: 160294

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 6 states specifically: