Covidien recalls LigaSure Blunt Tip Laparoscopic Sealer/Divider (LF1837) due to jaws that may not open, risking bleeding and tissue injury during surgery.
Customers reported that the device jaws were difficult to open or would not open following application on tissue. Use of a device with this potential assembly issue could result in the potential for bleeding, unintended tissue injury or loss, and delay in treatment while an alternate device is obtained.
Covidien is recalling a specific laparoscopic sealer that may have difficulty opening after use, which could lead to bleeding, tissue injury, or delayed treatment. This affects surgeons and medical staff using the device during procedures.
The device jaws may not open properly after applying to tissue, which can cause bleeding, unintended tissue damage, or delay in treatment while a replacement device is found.
Surgeons and medical staff who use the LigaSure Blunt Tip Laparoscopic Sealer/Divider during procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing surgery with this device could experience bleeding or tissue injury.
Check for the product number LF1837 on the device. The UDI (Unique Device Identifier) is 20884521705880 or 20884521705883, and lot number 11320187X.
Inspect if the device jaws are difficult to open after application to tissue.
The device may have difficulty opening after use, which could lead to bleeding or tissue injury. It is not safe to use without checking for this issue.
Look for product number LF1837, UDI 20884521705880 or 20884521705883, and lot number 11320187X.
Check if the device jaws are difficult to open after use. If so, contact the manufacturer for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0495-2022 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-0495-2022 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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