FDA recall record

Covidien Endo GIA" Radial Reload with Tri-Staple" Technology The Endo GIA radial reloads recall — FDA Z-0908-2018

The device cartridge disengaged during use due to manufacturing error.

Class IIclassification
Z-0908-2018official record ID
Mar 14, 2018report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-0908-2018
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmCovidien LLC
Report dateMar 14, 2018
Recall initiation dateSep 15, 2017
Quantity163
LocationNorth Haven, CT, United States

Official product description

Endo GIA" Radial Reload with Tri-Staple" Technology The Endo GIA radial reloads with Tri-Staple Technology have application in open or minimally invasive general abdominal, gynecologic and thoracic surgery for resection and transection of tissue and creation of anastomosis, as well as application deep in the pelvis, e.g. low anterior resection. They may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas.

Why the product was recalled

The device cartridge disengaged during use due to manufacturing error.

Distribution information

Internationally, including Japan. No USA Customers

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

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

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