medical Class II Updated 2020-12-30

CryoLife, Inc. recalls CryoPatch SG Pulmonary Human Cardiac Patch. The patch is cr

Recalled Product

CryoPatch SG Pulmonary Human Cardiac Patch. The patch is cryopreserved in a tissue culture medium containing cryoprotectants within the innermost pouch of a three-pouch packaging system. The packaging system not only withstands ultracold temperatures, but also allows for aseptic introduction of the patch into the operating environment. Supercooling by liquid nitrogen boost is begun prior to crystallization to minimize ice crystal damage to the patch matrix. Finally, the patch is transferred for long-term storage at or below 135¿ C. CryoPatch SG is distributed in three anatomic configurations: pulmonary hemi-artery, pulmonary trunk and pulmonary branch.


Hazard / Issue

On November 10, 2020, it was discovered that there are post- processing microbial culture test failures for other allografts, processed using a TRIS saline solution lot that was also used in processing allografts subjected to the recall.

Issued by

FDA

Distribution: Nationwide (United States)
Lot/Code Info: Model/Catalog Number: SGP020 Serial Numbers: 11677186, 11679112, and 11681763 UDI: 00877234000485
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