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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

AesDex, LLC Cardica C-Port xA PLUS Anastomosis System. Catalog Number FG-000100. The Cardica C-Port xA PLUS Anastomosis System, delivers a series of clips that create an anastomosis between a small target vessel (e.g. coronary artery) and conduit (e.g. saphenous vein graft). The stainless steel clips create a complete end-to-side anastomosis that is functionally equivalent to a hand-sutured interrupted stitch anastomosis. The system consists of one Anastomosis Device and one Retractor Mount.

Z-2433-2018

April 02, 2018

Class II

Product summary

Firm
AESDEX
Event
Event 80319
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
587 units
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-2433-2018

Official wording

Reason: Following pressurization of the devices, damage to the device handle mechanism may occur, accompanied by a loud noise and potential dispersion of plastic fragments and components.

Code information: UDI: (01) 1 18 14900 00100 7. Lot numbers: 141031D, 150720K, 160317A, 160722E, 170223E, 170509G, 171012A.

Distribution pattern: U.S. and international: Belgium, Germany, Italy and Netherlands. No gov accounts.

Derived failure modes

  • Foreign material or chemical contamination

    reason.foreign_material_chemical_contamination · v1.0.0

    plastic fragments