Print version of this report
Type of Product Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference RC-2017-RN-00539-1
Product Name/Description Cook Pereyra-Raz Ligature Carrier, Stamey Needle and Clarke-Reich Laparoscopic Knot Pusher

Pereyra-Raz Ligature Carrier
Catalogue Identifier: 090002
All Lots

Stamey Needle
Catalogue Identifier: 095030, 095015 and 095000
All Lots

Clarke-Reich Laparoscopic Knot Pusher
Catalogue Identifier: J-CRKP-042900
All Lots

ARTG Numbers: 212233 and 166926
Recall Action Level Hospital
Recall Action Classification Class II
Recall Action Commencement Date 8/05/2017
Responsible Entity William A Cook Australia Pty Ltd
Reason/Issue The reprocessing instructions do not provide sufficient detailed information for the cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation of these products. Preliminary investigation indicates that validation data related to the reprocessing of these devices do not meet the current guidance.

There have been no reports of adverse reactions related to inadequate cleaning, disinfection, or sterilisation associated with these devices.
Recall Action Recall
Recall Action Instructions Users are requested to:
1. Review the list provided in the customer letter and examine inventory immediately to identify; and quarantine any affected products.
2. Complete and return the Acknowledgement and Receipt form provided as soon as possible.

Users are further advised that supply of these products will be discontinued in Australia.

This action has been closed out on 02/10/2018
Contact Information 1800 777 222 - Cook Medical Customer Service