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Device product

Covidien Endo GIA AutoSuture Universal Loading Unit, 30mm-2.0mm Product Code: 030450 Applications in abdominal, gynecologic, pediatric anti thoracic surgery for resection, transection and creation of anastomosis.

Z-1063-2013

February 11, 2013

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Covidien LP
Event
Event 64420
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
6,751 units
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-1063-2013

Official wording

Reason: Single Use Loading Unit contained two staples loaded in each cartridge pocket and may result in difficulty firing and removing the device from the application site, which may require medical intervention

Code information: Lot Codes: N2F0563LX, N2F0341LX, N2F0725LX, and N2E0605LX.

Distribution pattern: Worldwide Distribution -- USA, Asia Pacific, Canada, Europe, and Japan.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Single Use Loading Unit contained two staples loaded in each cartridge pocket and may result in difficulty firing and removing the device from the application site, which may require medical intervention