Summary
The FDA issued a Class II for LifeGlobal Fast Freeze Thawing Kit, Model No. GFT5-055 by CooperSurgical, Inc.. Reason: There was translation error in the Spanish version of the IFU where the Spanish version instructs the user to leave the blastocyte to air thaw for 5 m.
Details
Source
Device Recall
External ID
Z-1421-2022
Action Date
2022-07-27
Status
Ongoing
Category
device
Product Description
LifeGlobal Fast Freeze Thawing Kit, Model No. GFT5-055
Lot/Code Info: UDI: (01)00815965020914 (17)220819 (10)GFT5-200218U (01)00815965020914 (17)220819 (10)GFT5-201026U (01)00815965020914 (17)220819 (10)GFT5-21335060 Lots: 21335060, GFT5-200218U, GFT5-201026U
Quantity Affected: 403 units
Reason for Recall
There was translation error in the Spanish version of the IFU where the Spanish version instructs the user to leave the blastocyte to air thaw for 5 minutes rather than the correct 5 seconds as indicated in the English version.
Distribution
Domestic: USA AL, AZ, CA, CT, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TX, UT, VT, WA, WI, International: Belgium, Canada, Croatia, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain
Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated
Recall Initiated: 2022-06-13
Company
Trumbull, CT
Context & Analysis
This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.
This was one of 176 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.
CooperSurgical, Inc. has 38 FDA actions in our database, including 35 recalls and 3 clearances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Class II recall?
A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.
What should I do if I have this product?
Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (CooperSurgical, Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.
How often does CooperSurgical, Inc. have FDA actions?
CooperSurgical, Inc. has 38 FDA actions in our database, including 35 recalls and 3 device clearances.
Where can I find the official FDA record?
The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1421-2022" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.
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