Medtronic recalls Octopus Nuvo Tissue Stabilizer (Product TSMICS1) due to incorrect tubing assembly during manufacturing, which may cause improper function.
During the manufacturing, Medtronic personnel identified an assembly issue where the tubing was incorrectly positioned. The short tube was attached to the bottom of the canister, and the long tube was attached to the top, contrary to the intended design.
Medtronic is recalling its Octopus Nuvo Tissue Stabilizer disposable system because of a manufacturing error where the tubing was attached incorrectly. This could lead to improper function during use, but the recall does not indicate a risk of injury or serious harm.
The tubing was attached incorrectly during manufacturing, with the short tube on the bottom and long tube on the top instead of the intended design. This could cause the device to function improperly, but there is no indication of injury or serious harm.
Users of the Octopus Nuvo Tissue Stabilizer disposable tissue stabilization system who purchased it between the start of production and the date listed in the lot numbers. Healthcare professionals using this device are most at risk.
Check for the Product Number TSMICS1 on the device. Look for lot numbers listed in the recall: 0232837110 and additional lots as of May 22, 2026.
Verify the Product Number TSMICS1 and lot numbers listed in the recall to confirm if your device is affected.
No, the recall does not indicate a risk of injury or serious harm. The issue is a manufacturing error that could cause improper function.
Check for the Product Number TSMICS1 and lot numbers listed in the recall: 0232837110 and additional lots as of May 22, 2026.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking if your device is affected.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic Perfusion Systems to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1473-2026 — Medtronic Perfusion Systems Medtronic Perfusion Systems Hello, I own a Medtronic Perfusion Systems that is covered by recall Z-1473-2026 from Medtronic Perfusion Systems. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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