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Recall Observatory FDA recall evidence

Device product

Reusable, non-sterile, self-adhering electrodes for use with TENS/NMES, . Made in the U.S.A. Cutaneous electrode is an electrode that is applied directly to a patient's skin either to record physiological signals (e.g., the electroencephalogram) or to apply electrical stimulation.

Z-0498-2013

February 09, 2012

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Covidien LLC dba Uni-Patch
Event
Event 61209
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
2,014 pouches
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-0498-2013

Official wording

Reason: Covidien is conducting a voluntary recall regarding specific lots of TENS electrodes because it was determined that during the manufacturing process the surface of the wires in these lots may have been exposed to an employee who had a minor cut.

Code information: Lots 202028 and 202722

Distribution pattern: Nationwide Distribution including CA, IL, MA, MN, and SD.

Derived failure modes

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    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    Covidien is conducting a voluntary recall regarding specific lots of TENS electrodes because it was determined that during the manufacturing process the surface of the wires in these lots may have been exposed to an employee who had a minor cut.