Recall record at a glance
| Official record | Z-2176-2024 |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical Device Recalls |
| Classification | Class II |
| FDA record status | Ongoing |
| Recalling firm | Maquet Cardiovascular, LLC |
| Report date | Jul 3, 2024 |
| Recall initiation date | May 17, 2024 |
| Quantity | 37,186 units |
| Location | Wayne, NJ, United States |
Official product description
The VASOVIEW HemoPro Endoscopic Vessel Harvesting Systems are designed for use in conjunction with the 7 mm Extended Length Endoscope. The Harvesting Cannula has four lumens which house the Endoscope, C-Ring, distal lens washer tube, and harvesting tool for cutting and cauterizing vessel branches. The harvesting tool has two curved jaws. One of the jaws contains the heating elements for branch cutting and cauterization and spot cautery. An area near the tip of the convex side of the jaw is used for spot cautery. The activation toggle is used to control the jaws to activate the heating elements. Positioning of the device, cutting, and cauterization are performed under endoscopic visualization.
Why the product was recalled
Potential for there to be a fluid ingress into the handle of the harvesting tool, which may lead to the device not providing cautery or providing cautery when not intended.
Distribution information
Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide and the countries of Australia Brazil, Canada, China, EEA, India, Korea, New Zealand, Southern Africa, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, & United Kingdom.
How to read the classification
FDA Class II indicates a situation in which use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious consequences is remote. The classification shown here comes from the FDA record.
Additional record details
Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.
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