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Potential for compromise of the package resulting in a breach of the sterile barrier.
조치
Medtronic/Covidien sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated July 8, 2016, to all affected customers via Federal Express. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. The letter instructs customers to discontinue use of the product and return all inventory to Medtronic (Covidien), 195 McDermott Road, North Haven, CT 06473, Attention: Field Returns Department. Customers with questions were instructed to contact their Medtronic representative or Customer Service at 800-882-5878.
Worldwide Distribution - US (nationwide) and Internationally to Australia, Canada, Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Thailand,
제품 설명
Valleylab Laparoscopic Flexible Laparoscopic Argon Blade Electrodes 28CM || Item Code: E258028 || The Valleylab Laparoscopic Handset and Electrodes are indicated for use in laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgical procedures where the delivery of electrosurgical current, irrigation and suction via a single handset is desirable
“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.