The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0989-2014·Announced 2014-02-26

Aesculap proSA Adjustment Disc Recalled for Accuracy Out of Specification

Aesculap, Inc. is recalling 79 units of the proSA Adjustment Disc Size Large because the accuracy is out of specification.

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, but the source text does not report any hospitalizations, injuries, or illnesses, and the defect is a specification accuracy issue rather than a high-risk pathogen or structural failure.

Plain-English summary

Aesculap, Inc. is recalling 79 units of the Aesculap proSA Adjustment Disc Size Large (L). The recall is due to the accuracy of the device being out of specification. The Miethke proSA Adjustment shunt system is intended to shut cerebrospinal fluid from the lateral ventricles of the brain into the peritoneum.

The affected lots are 4505268906, 4505336973, 4505408485, and 4505238953. The product was distributed worldwide, including in the United States (AZ, MD, MA, WI, MI, MN, DE, KS, and FL) and in Australia, Germany, Great Britain, Norway, and Japan.

The source text does not specify any reported injuries, illnesses, or deaths associated with this recall. Consumers and healthcare providers should contact Aesculap, Inc. for further instructions regarding the return or replacement of the affected devices.

The recalled product

Product
Aesculap proSA Adjustment Disc Size Large (L) The Miethke proSA Adjustment shunt system is intended to shut cerebrospinal fluid from the lateral ventricles of the brain into the peritoneum.
Manufacturer
Aesculap, Inc.
Affected units
79

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 (4)

  • 4 lots: 4505268906
  • 4505336973
  • 4505408485
  • 4505238953

Distribution

Distributed in 9 states: