Events

Recall of Bravo pH capsule delivery device

According to U.S. Food and Drug Administration, this recall involved a device in United States that was produced by Covidien LLC.

What is this?

A correction or removal action taken by a manufacturer to address a problem with a medical device. Recalls occur when a medical device is defective, when it could be a risk to health, or when it is both defective and a risk to health.

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  • Type of Event
    Recall
  • Event ID
    73882
  • Event Risk Class
    Class 2
  • Event Number
    Z-1619-2016
  • Event Initiated Date
    2016-04-15
  • Event Date Posted
    2016-05-06
  • Event Status
    Terminated
  • Event Country
    United States
  • Event Terminated Date
    2017-07-13
  • Event Source
    USFDA
  • Event Source URL
    https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfres/res.cfm?id=145297
  • Notes / Alerts
    U.S. data is current through June 2018. All of the data comes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, except for the category Manufacturer Parent Company.
    The Parent Company was added by ICIJ.
    The parent company information is based on 2017 public records.
  • Extra notes in the data
    Electrode, ph, stomach - Product Code FFT
  • Reason
    Potential of an allergic reaction in a patient with nickel sensitivity.
  • Action
    The firm, Medtronic, sent an "URGENT: Medical Device Recall" letter dated 4/15/2016 to its Customers via Federal Express. The letter describes the product, problem and actions to be taken.The customer was instructed to promptly forward the information from the letter to recipients, if you have distributed any of the affected devices; and complete and return the Acknowledgement and Receipt Form by email to: Quality Compliance MITGFCA@Covidien.com or Fax to: (203) 492-7719. Medtronic is adding the following statement to the Bravo¿ pH monitoring system User Manual and product package insert so that physicians are aware of the nickel content and the potential of an allergic reaction in a patient with nickel sensitivity. "The Bravo capsule contains a trocar needle that is made of stainless steel. Use caution in patients with known sensitivities or allergies to the metals that are contained including chromium, nickel, copper, cobalt and iron. The Bravo¿ pH test lasts from 48-96 hours." If you have any questions, please contact Technical Service at 1-800-448-3644, option 3.

Device

Bravo pH capsule delivery device
  • Model / Serial
    All lot numbers
  • Product Classification
    Gastroenterology-Urology Devices
  • Device Class
    1
  • Implanted device?
    No
  • Distribution
    Worldwide Distribution: US (nationwide) and countries of: Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Cyprus, El Salvador, Greece, Hong Kong, Israel, Mexico, Panama, Singapore, South Korea, and Thailand.
  • Product Description
    Given Imaging Bravo¿ pH capsule delivery device, 5-pack. || In-Vitro Diagnostic for pH monitoring of gastric reflux || Item Number: FGS-0312 || The Bravo pH Monitoring System is intended to be used for gastroesophageal pH measurement and monitoring of gastric reflux in adults and children from 4 years of age. The Bravo pH Capsule can be attached following either endoscopy or manometry. The RAPID pH software is intended to record, store, view, and analyze gastroesophageal pH data.
  • Manufacturer
    Covidien LLC

Manufacturer

Covidien LLC
  • Manufacturer Address
    Covidien LLC, 60 Middletown Ave, North Haven CT 06473-3908
  • Manufacturer Parent Company (2017)
    Medtronic plc
  • Manufacturer comment
    “If our surveillance systems identify a potential performance issue, our personnel promptly evaluate the problem, including, when appropriate, conducting root cause investigations and internal testing to assess whether the product continues to meet specifications and defined performance criteria,” Medtronic told ICIJ in a statement. “In some cases, based on this evaluation, Medtronic may determine that a recall is necessary.” The company said that it communicates with healthcare providers and/or patients and provide recommendations to address such issues. Medtronic noted that these communications can include letters, emails, calls, press releases, physician notifications and social media postings, as well as informing the FDA and other regulators of the actions.
  • Source
    USFDA