FDA recall Z-2107-2018

MicroAire Surgical Instruments, LLC · Class II · device

Product

MicroAire SmartRelease Endoscopic System, Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release, SmartRelease Handpiece, containing IFU rev. D The MicroAire Carpal Tunnel Release System is for use in patients diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome that is not associated with, or secondary to, any other known pathology (i.e., idiopathic carpal tunnel syndrome). Preoperative x-rays of the wrist, including a carpal tunnel view, are recommended to aid in the diagnosis of associated pathology (i.e., calcific tendonitis, fracture of the hook of the hamate). This device is indicated for releasing the transverse carpal ligament (flexor retinaculum).

Reason for recall

The Instructions for Use (IFU) is incorrect with regards to sterilization parameters and must be replaced.

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) including Puerto Rico and to the countries of: Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jordan, Korea, Lebanon, Mexico, Nicaragua, Poland, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Serbia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, UAE, and UK.

Key facts

Status
Terminated
Initiation date
2018-04-19
Report date
2018-06-13
Termination date
2020-04-10
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Location
Charlottesville, VA, United States

Primary source

https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-2107-2018