Integra Cranial Access Kit, Model Number HITHSP10, Rx Only. Integra Cranial Access Kits (CRAK) allows for burr hole access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain. The kit is intended to be used with an external drainage and monitoring system in selected patients to reduce intracranial pressure (ICP), to monitor CSF, to provide temporary drainage of Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF), and to monitor ICP. These kits contain all components and accessories required for burr hole access into the cranium.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot No. W1302120 Expires 2/1/2014 Lot No. W1305038 Expires 8/1/2015 Lot No. W1306137 Expires 9/1/2014
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:
Integra LifeSciences Corp. d.b.a. Integra Pain Management
Reason for Recall:
Integra LifeSciences is voluntarily recalling any unexpired lots of HITHSP10 Cranial Access Kits due to identified labeling discrepancies. kit contains DuraPrep and Monocryl sutures whose labeling does not align with the intended use and labeling of the Cranial Access Kit.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Integra Cranial Access Kit, Model Number HITHSP10, Rx Only. Integra Cranial Access Kits (CRAK) allows for burr hole access to the subarachnoid space or the lateral ventricles of the brain. The kit is intended to be used with an external drainage and monitoring system in selected patients to reduce intracranial pressure (ICP), to monitor CSF, to provide temporary drainage of Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF), and to monitor ICP. These kits contain all components and accessories required for burr hole access into the cranium.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot No. W1302120 Expires 2/1/2014 Lot No. W1305038 Expires 8/1/2015 Lot No. W1306137 Expires 9/1/2014

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0551-2014

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