TISSUE APPROXIMATION SYSTEM (TAS), Models T-4000, T-5000, T-LAP

Reason: Tissue approximation straps (zip-ties) have broken before or during implantation so firm developed an interim zip-tie conditioning method submerging zip-ties in 104-degrees F sterile saline solution for 60 min prior to implantation to rehydrate the zip-tie straps. Broken zip-ties not observed during procedure could lead to future hernia recurrence, recurrent surgery to correct a large herniation.

Code information: Model/UDI-DI/Lot(Expiration): T-4000/00197644217267/230403(2024/04/20); T-5000/00860011435921/240801(2025/08/28), 240901(2025/09/25); T-LAP/00860011435914, 00197644927241/240702(2025/07/08), 230906(2024/11/29), 230905(2024/11/29)

Distribution pattern: US Nationwide distribution in the states of LA, OK, TN.