Z-2436-2012 Class II Terminated

Recalled by Covidien LP — North Haven, CT

FDA device recall Z-2436-2012 was initiated by Covidien LP on Aug 21, 2012 and is designated Class II. Reason for recall: Duet TRS may have the potential to injure adjacent anatomical structures which may result in life threatening post-operative complications The recall status is terminated (terminated Aug 30, 2016). Affected quantity: 22,218 units.

Recall Details

Product Type
Devices
Report Date
Oct 3, 2012
Initiation Date
Aug 21, 2012
Termination Date
Aug 30, 2016
Voluntary/Mandated
Voluntary: Firm initiated
Product Quantity
22,218 units

Product Description

Covidien Duet TRS 60 3.5 mm Universal Straight Single Use Loading Unit Product Code: DUET6035. Single Use Loading Unit (SULU) tissue reinforcement stapler. The Endo GIA Universal Staplers with Duet TRS reloads have applications in abdominal, gynecologic and pediatric surgery for resection, transection and creation of anastomoses. They may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas.

Reason for Recall

Duet TRS may have the potential to injure adjacent anatomical structures which may result in life threatening post-operative complications

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution.

Code Information

All lot numbers

Source

Dataset
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openFDA file date
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