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Laparoscope, general & plastic surgery - Product Code GCJ
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Cotton tip of the device may disengage due to insufficient adhesive.
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Medtronic consignees were notified via Federal Express or certified mail on May 9, 2017, and the letter informs customers of the potential for the tip of the device to disengage from the device and the actions they should take.
Accounts requested to discontinue use, quarantine and return product.
Customers are requested to complete and acknowledge receipt of the Urgent Field Corrective Action Notice.
Questions regarding this communication, please contact your Medtronic representative or Customer Service at 800-962-9888, option 2.
For questions regarding this recall call 203-492-5000.
Covidien Endo Peanut 5mm Auto Suture Blunt Dissector || Item Code: 173019 || The instrument has indications in endoscopic surgery for swabbing small amounts of fluid or for blunt dissection of soft tissue(s) and structures, or as an aid in controlling minor intraoperative bleeding
“If our surveillance systems identify a potential performance issue, our personnel promptly evaluate the problem, including, when appropriate, conducting root cause investigations and internal testing to assess whether the product continues to meet specifications and defined performance criteria,” Medtronic told ICIJ in a statement. “In some cases, based on this evaluation, Medtronic may determine that a recall is necessary.” The company said that it communicates with healthcare providers and/or patients and provide recommendations to address such issues. Medtronic noted that these communications can include letters, emails, calls, press releases, physician notifications and social media postings, as well as informing the FDA and other regulators of the actions.