Covidien recalls Tri-Staple 2.0 Black Reinforced Intelligent Reload cartridges for potential poor staple formation, which may delay surgery. Affected units have specific model and lot numbers.
Potential damage to the cartridge can result in poor staple formation and/or incomplete staple line, may cause a delay in surgery
Covidien is recalling Tri-Staple 2.0 Black Reinforced Intelligent Reload cartridges used in surgery. Poor staple formation could lead to surgery delays or complications.
The cartridges may cause poor staple formation or incomplete staple lines during surgery, which could delay procedures or lead to complications. This happens if the cartridge is damaged or not functioning properly.
Surgical teams using the Tri-Staple 2.0 Black Reinforced Intelligent Reload cartridges for abdominal, gynecologic, pediatric, and thoracic procedures are likely affected. Patients undergoing surgery with these cartridges may be at risk.
Check for model number SIGTRSB60AXT or GTINs 10884521717633 and 10884521717630. Lot numbers N3G1372Y are also associated with this recall.
Look for model number SIGTRSB60AXT or GTINs 10884521717633 and 10884521717630 on the cartridge packaging.
The recall is due to potential damage to the cartridge that could result in poor staple formation or incomplete staple lines, which may delay surgery.
Check the model number and GTINs on the cartridge to see if it's affected. The recall does not require immediate action beyond verification.
The recall states potential delays in surgery but does not mention serious injury risks. The hazard level is low risk.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1891-2024 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1891-2024 from Covidien. 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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