BMC RF Cannula Curved Sharp RadiOpaque, Non-Pyrogenic, Active Tip: 10mm, Gauge 16 Ga, Length: 100mm. The BMC RF Cannula is sealed in a Tyvek pouch (primary packaging) and then placed into a white shelf-box (secondary packaging) with the instructions for use. A predetermined number of white shelf-boxes are then placed into shipping cartons (tertiary packaging). The BMC RF Cannula is intended for use in radiofrequency heat lesion procedures for relief of pain.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Device Model #: 1 PMF 16-145-10CS. Lot number: PFFB 190811.
- 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.
- 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:
- Baylis Medical Company Inc.
- Reason for Recall:
- A report of an event was received indicating that upon opening a box containing 10 sterile cannula by a nurse, the pouch package of 5 of the 10 individually packaged cannula had not been sealed along one edge. Thus the pouch was open and the device could fall out of the pouch and on to the floor when retrieved from the shelf box. The cannulas were not used on any patients, as the unsealed packages
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
BMC RF Cannula Curved Sharp RadiOpaque, Non-Pyrogenic, Active Tip: 10mm, Gauge 16 Ga, Length: 100mm. The BMC RF Cannula is sealed in a Tyvek pouch (primary packaging) and then placed into a white shelf-box (secondary packaging) with the instructions for use. A predetermined number of white shelf-boxes are then placed into shipping cartons (tertiary packaging). The BMC RF Cannula is intended for use in radiofrequency heat lesion procedures for relief of pain.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Device Model #: 1 PMF 16-145-10CS. Lot number: PFFB 190811.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0879-2013
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