Maquet recalls Vasoview Hemopro 2 (VH-4001) endoscopic vessel harvesting systems due to potential heater wire detachment or silicone peeling from jaws, which could cause injury during surgery.
Potential for two issues: 1. Bent or detached heater wire; 2. Silicone peeling or detaching from the Jaws of the Harvesting Tool
Maquet is recalling its Vasoview Hemopro 2 (VH-4001) endoscopic vessel harvesting systems because bent or detached heater wires and peeling silicone could cause injury during surgery. This affects surgeons and surgical teams using the device for minimally invasive procedures.
Bent or detached heater wires could cause improper heating during surgery, potentially leading to tissue damage. Peeling silicone from the jaws might cause the device to malfunction or become unstable during vessel harvesting procedures.
Surgeons and surgical teams using the Vasoview Hemopro 2 (VH-4001) endoscopic vessel harvesting system for minimally invasive procedures are most at risk. The recall applies to all unexpired lots of this model.
Check for the model number VH-4001 on the device. The product is used in minimally invasive surgery for vessel harvesting and was sold with unexpired lots.
Inspect for bent or detached heater wires or peeling silicone from the jaws of the harvesting tool.
The recall does not state whether the product is safe to use; it indicates potential hazards that require checking the device condition.
The recall record does not specify a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking the device for hazards.
Look for the model number VH-4001 on the device, as this is the only model recalled for this product.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Maquet Cardiovascular to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0712-2025 — Maquet Cardiovascular Maquet Cardiovascular Hello, I own a Maquet Cardiovascular that is covered by recall Z-0712-2025 from Maquet Cardiovascular. 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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