Covidien TruClear Control Unit Recall: Electrical Failure Risk

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What happened, in plain English

Covidien is recalling certain TruClear Hysteroscopic Tissue Removal System Control Units due to electrical component failure that can cause the device to stop working when used with handpieces and foot switches. This could lead to incomplete tissue removal during medical procedures.

Why it’s dangerous

The control unit has an electrical component that can fail, causing the device to lose function when paired with handpieces and foot switches. This means the system might not work properly during procedures, potentially leading to incomplete tissue removal.

Who’s affected

Healthcare providers using the TruClear system for intrauterine tissue removal are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with this device may be affected if the control unit fails during treatment.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for serial numbers starting with YF1120 through YF1182. The product was sold with model number 7209808 and UDI-Device Identifier 10884521749931.

Brand
Covidien
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Stop Using Immediately
Discontinue use of the control unit if it has a serial number from YF1120 to YF1182.

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Questions people ask

What is the specific model number of the recalled control unit?

The model number is 7209808.

What serial numbers are affected by this recall?

Serial numbers from YF1120 to YF1182.

Is there a fix or replacement available for the recalled units?

The recall record does not mention a remedy or replacement option.

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Subject: Recall Z-1467-2022 — Covidien Covidien

Hello,

I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-1467-2022 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1467-2022 (June 7, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1467-2022 to see it in context.
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Covidien Llc recalls TruClear Hysteroscopic Tissue Removal System Control Unit- designed to meet the requirements of intrauterine tissue

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