CryoValve SG Pulmonary Human Heart Valve. The valve is cryopreserved in a tissue culture medium containing cryoprotectants within the innermost pouch of a three-pouch packaging system. The packaging system not only withstands ultracold temperatures, but also allows for aseptic introduction of the valve into the operating environment. Supercooling by liquid nitrogen boost is begun prior to crystallization to minimize ice crystal damage to the valve matrix. Finally, the valve is transferred to a liquid nitrogen freezer for long-term storage at or below 135¿C. CryoValve SG is distributed in two anatomic configurations: pulmonary valve and conduit, and pulmonary valve.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Model/Catalog Number: SGPV00 Serial Numbers: 11685214, 11685554, and 11682491 UDI: 00877234000447
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
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Recall Details
- Company:
- CryoLife, Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- On November 10, 2020, it was discovered that there are post- processing microbial culture test failures for other allografts, processed using a TRIS saline solution lot that was also used in processing allografts subjected to the recall.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
CryoValve SG Pulmonary Human Heart Valve. The valve is cryopreserved in a tissue culture medium containing cryoprotectants within the innermost pouch of a three-pouch packaging system. The packaging system not only withstands ultracold temperatures, but also allows for aseptic introduction of the valve into the operating environment. Supercooling by liquid nitrogen boost is begun prior to crystallization to minimize ice crystal damage to the valve matrix. Finally, the valve is transferred to a liquid nitrogen freezer for long-term storage at or below 135¿C. CryoValve SG is distributed in two anatomic configurations: pulmonary valve and conduit, and pulmonary valve.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Model/Catalog Number: SGPV00 Serial Numbers: 11685214, 11685554, and 11682491 UDI: 00877234000447
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0652-2021
Related Recalls
Product is not approved for use in the EU and should not have been distributed in the EU.
On November 10, 2020, it was discovered that there are post- processing microbial culture test failures for other allografts, processed using a TRIS saline solution lot that was also used in processing allografts subjected to the recall.
The device is recalled due to donor ineligibility of released human tissue. The firm received information that the tissue donor's blood culture tested positive for Enterobacter cloacae.