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Health product recall

Bur Hole Latex Free Probe Covers with Gel (2013-07-02)

Starting date:
July 2, 2013
Posting date:
October 25, 2013
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type II
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-36417

Recalled Products

A. Bur Hole Latex Free Probe Cover with Gel

B. Bur Hole Latex Probe Cover with Gel

Reason

Affected lots did not undergo endotoxin (LAL) testing to the proper levels. If this product is used in contact with the central nervous system, paitents might be exposed to endotoxin levels above prescribed limits.

Affected products

A. Bur Hole Latex Free Probe Cover with Gel

 

Lot or serial number

More than 10 numbers, contact manufacturer

Model or catalog number
  • PC3688
Companies
Manufacturer

Microtek Medical, Inc.

512 Lehmberg Road

Columbus

39702

Ohio

UNITED STATES



B. Bur Hole Latex Probe Cover with Gel

Lot or serial number
  • D110831
  • D111441
  • D112301
  • D120821
  • D83261
  • D91671
  • DA90621
  • DA91061
  • DA91671
Model or catalog number
  • 3688