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Covidien Llc recalls Covidien Tri-Staple 2.0 Reinforced Intelligent Reload 60 mm Medium/Thick-For use with Signia stapling system. Staple lin
Recalled April 21, 2021 · FDA recall Z-1419-2021 · Covidien
Hazard
Potential for the pouch to contain an extra laminate layer, creating the potential for the device sterility to be compromised. The inclusion of an additional laminate layer in the package may also impact complete de-gassing of the sterilization gas, Ethylene Oxide and may result in a potentially increased risk for patient infection and/or potential exposure to Ethylene Oxide retained in the pouch · FDA Class II
Units
222 units
Sold at
AL, AR, FL, IN, LA, MA , MN, MO, NJ, NY, OR, PA, TX
Description
Potential for the pouch to contain an extra laminate layer, creating the potential for the device sterility to be compromised. The inclusion of an additional laminate layer in the package may also impact complete de-gassing of the sterilization gas, Ethylene Oxide and may result in a potentially increased risk for patient infection and/or potential exposure to Ethylene Oxide retained in the pouch
Product
Covidien Tri-Staple 2.0 Reinforced Intelligent Reload 60 mm Medium/Thick-For use with Signia stapling system. Staple line reinforcement has applications in abdominal, gynecologic, pediatric and thoracic surgery for resection, transection of tissue and creation of anastomosis. It may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures, and for transection and resection of pancreas. Product Number: SIGTRSB60AMT
Manufacturer(s)
Covidien Llc
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →