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Device product

Covidien Parietex hydrophilic anatomical mesh 15 cm x 10 cm polyester left - Product Usage: designed for the repair of inguinal hernias via laparoscopic or posterior open procedures Item Code: TECT1510AL

Z-1142-2021

January 13, 2021

Class II

Product summary

Firm
Covidien Llc
Event
Event 87179
Status
Terminated
Classification
Class II
Quantity
129 units WW
Official record key
device-enforcement:Z-1142-2021

Official wording

Reason: incorrect device is contained in the package. The packaging label indicates that the device is for left side use, the product inside the package is for right side use. Use of an opposite side mesh can result in implant failure and hernia recurrence

Code information: Lot Number: SUH0709M

Distribution pattern: Worldwide distribution - US Nationwide distribution in the state of MA and the countries of France, French Guiana, Germany, Luxembourg, Spain, United Kingdom.

Derived failure modes

  • Unknown

    reason.no_named_rule · v1.0.0

    incorrect device is contained in the package. The packaging label indicates that the device is for left side use, the product inside the package is for right side use. Use of an opposite side mesh can result in implant failure and hernia recurrence