FDA recall record

Micro-Tech (Nanjing) Co Trident Endoscopic Ultrasonic Aspiration Needle (FNA) recall — FDA Z-1878-2018

The combination of the firmness of the mass, the potential endoscope and elevator position combined with the force required to penetrate the mass may…

Class IIclassification
Z-1878-2018official record ID
May 23, 2018report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-1878-2018
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmMicro-Tech (Nanjing) Co., Ltd.
Report dateMay 23, 2018
Recall initiation dateMar 12, 2018
Quantity40 total
LocationNanjing, China

Official product description

Trident Endoscopic Ultrasonic Aspiration Needle (FNA)

Why the product was recalled

The combination of the firmness of the mass, the potential endoscope and elevator position combined with the force required to penetrate the mass may contribute to the breakage of the needle in the human body, which could cause injury.

Distribution information

US distribution to one distributor in MI.

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: E-Mail.

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