FDA recall record

Medtronic Passive Biopsy Needle Kit, Part Number 9731754 - Passive Biopsy Fee Per Use (FPU) recall — FDA Z-2325-2015

The adhesive between the sphere assembly and the biopsy needle shaft may be compromised, causing the sphere assembly to move on the needle shaft. This may…

Class IIclassification
Z-2325-2015official record ID
Aug 12, 2015report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-2325-2015
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmMedtronic Navigation, Inc.
Report dateAug 12, 2015
Recall initiation dateJul 17, 2015
Quantity1415 total
LocationLouisville, CO, United States

Official product description

Medtronic Passive Biopsy Needle Kit, Part Number 9731754 - Passive Biopsy Fee Per Use (FPU) Kit. The image guided Passive Biopsy Needle is an accessory instrument with the StealthStation System. The Biopsy Needle is intended to be used for stereotaxy biopsy of brain tissue.

Why the product was recalled

The adhesive between the sphere assembly and the biopsy needle shaft may be compromised, causing the sphere assembly to move on the needle shaft. This may result in inaccurate navigation and improper placement of the needles biopsy window in the brain.

Distribution information

Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Canada.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

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

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