The MAYFIELD¿ Horseshoe Gel Pads are used in conjunction with the MAYFIELD¿ Base Units and MAYFIELD¿ Swivel Adaptors for neurosurgeries in the prone or supine positions. Those devices provide cranial stability and immobility for various craniotomies and spinal procedures. The Gel Pads are supplied to users in labeled plastic bags, 1 per bag. Product Usage: The MAYFIELD¿ Horseshoe Gel Pads are used in conjunction with the MAYFIELD¿ Base Units and MAYFIELD¿ Swivel Adaptors for neurosurgeries in the prone or supine positions. They are plastic gel filled devices that provide cushioning between the head and other metallic part of the MAYFIELD¿ system. The Left and Right Pads are mirror images.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: The Lot No's for the affected Gel Pads are Lot 093990 of part number #440C1012 for Left Gel Pads
- 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:
- Integra Limited
- Reason for Recall:
- An investigation of customer complaints identified that for two product lots, Left Horseshoe Gel Pads were packaged as a Right Horseshoe Gel Pads and vice versa. None of the complaints resulted in a report of patient injuries or an increase in the time to complete the surgical procedure. A physician was consulted to assess patient risk and concluded that there is no potential harm to patients, onl
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
The MAYFIELD¿ Horseshoe Gel Pads are used in conjunction with the MAYFIELD¿ Base Units and MAYFIELD¿ Swivel Adaptors for neurosurgeries in the prone or supine positions. Those devices provide cranial stability and immobility for various craniotomies and spinal procedures. The Gel Pads are supplied to users in labeled plastic bags, 1 per bag. Product Usage: The MAYFIELD¿ Horseshoe Gel Pads are used in conjunction with the MAYFIELD¿ Base Units and MAYFIELD¿ Swivel Adaptors for neurosurgeries in the prone or supine positions. They are plastic gel filled devices that provide cushioning between the head and other metallic part of the MAYFIELD¿ system. The Left and Right Pads are mirror images.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
The Lot No's for the affected Gel Pads are Lot 093990 of part number #440C1012 for Left Gel Pads
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-2457-2012
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