FDA recall record

Covidien Cytosponge Cell Collection Device recall — FDA Z-2123-2016

Medtronic is recalling all lots of the Covidien Cytosponge Cell Collection device after two reports of the device detaching from the removal string during…

Class IIclassification
Z-2123-2016official record ID
Jul 13, 2016report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-2123-2016
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmCovidien, LLC
Report dateJul 13, 2016
Recall initiation dateJun 6, 2016
Quantity620 total units (260 US; 360 OUS)
LocationSunnyvale, CA, United States

Official product description

Covidien Cytosponge Cell Collection Device. Item code CYTO-101-01. Gastroenterology: -.Cytosponge Cell Collection Device is indicated for use in the collection and retrieval of surface cells in the esophagus. This device is currently only being used in clinical studies.

Why the product was recalled

Medtronic is recalling all lots of the Covidien Cytosponge Cell Collection device after two reports of the device detaching from the removal string during withdrawal from the patient's esophagus.

Distribution information

Worldwide Distribution-US Distribution to TN, NC, IL, CA, MN, OR and NY; and countries of: United Kingdom and Iran.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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