RecallDepth

GentleTouch System-Colostomy/Ileostomy Postoperative Kit; Ostomy pouch and accessories; UPC Code Number: 30003-020938; 2 3/4 in., 70mm; ConvaTec, Skillman, NJ 08558.

This recall has been terminated (originally issued July 2, 2008).

Company
Convatec
Recall Initiated
March 7, 2008
Posted
July 2, 2008
Terminated
October 21, 2008
Recall Number
Z-1314-2008
Quantity
9,299 units
Firm Location
Skillman, NJ
Official Source
View on FDA website ↗

Reason for Recall

Mislabeled: The carton label reads "For postsurgical use following a urostomy procedure." It should read "For postsurgical use following a colostomy or ileostomy procedure."

Distribution

Worldwide Distribution including USA and country of Canada.

Lot / Code Info

Lot Numbers: 7G29699, 7G30740, 7G31418, 7H22693, 7H24608, 7J30626, 7J32192 and 7K30871. Lot numbers 7L27391, 8A33519 and 8A37099 are also affected, however they have not been distirbuted.

Root Cause

Labeling mix-ups

Action Taken

Consignees were notified by an Urgent Product Recall letter sent on 3/7/08. The letter instructed users to return any unused affected product to the recalling firm for a credit. For additional information, contact 1-800-422-8811.

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