FDAClass IIDecember 24, 2014

AMS Monarc + Subfascial Hammock with Tensioning Suture recall: Sterility Concern

AMS Monarc + Subfascial Hammock with Tensioning Suture REF 72404193 and AMS Monarc C Subfascial Hammock with Tensioning Suture REF 72404195…

Why was AMS Monarc + Subfascial Hammock with Tensioning Suture recalled?

During routine periodic packaging testing, AMS identified that in simulated extreme shipping and handling situations the sterile barrier packaging of the Needle Passer components supplied with the AdVance" Male Sling System; Model # 720088-01; AdVance" XP Male Sling System; Model # 720163-01; Monarc" C Subfacial Hammock; Model # 72404195; Monarc" + Subfacial Hammock; Model #

What should I do if I have this product?

Review the official FDA enforcement record for current instructions.

What to do with a recalled product: refunds, receipts, safe disposal and how to report a problem.

Is my product affected?

Compare the item in your hand with every identifier below from the official FDA record. Only products that match the listed product and lot, UPC or model codes are part of this recall.

Which lot codes, UPCs or models are affected?

REF 72404195 Lot/Serial 858296001 to 897413030; REF 72404193 Lot Serial 858292001 to 906172040

Product
AMS Monarc + Subfascial Hammock with Tensioning Suture REF 72404193 and AMS Monarc C Subfascial Hammock with Tensioning Suture REF 72404195…
Recalling firm
American Medical Systems, Inc.
Quantity
2,165
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution-US (nationwide) including DC and Puerto Rico and the countries of AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, CROATIA, CECH REPUBLIC, ESTONIA, FINLAND, FRANCE, GERMANY, GREECE, IRELAND, ISRAEL, ITALY, LEBANON, NETHERLANDS, NORWAY, POLAND, PORTUGAL, SAUDI ARABIA, SLOVENIA, SERBIA, SOUTH AFRICA, SPAIN. SWEDEN, SWITZERLAND, TURKEY, UNITED KINGDOM, CHILE, COLUMBIA, COSTA RICA, HONG KONG, MALAYSIA, MARTINIQUE, NEW ZEALAND, PANAMA, PHILIPPINES, SINGAPORE, THAILAND, VENEZUELA, CANADA, AUSTRALIA.
Recall date
December 24, 2014
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Agency
FDA (device)
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