Medtronic recalls Accurian RF Ablation cannulas due to insertion difficulty caused by probe catching on cannula hub lip. Affected units have specific product number and lot code.
Insertion difficulty of the probes. The probe was catching on a lip inside the hub of the cannula.
Medtronic is recalling Accurian RF Ablation cannulas that may catch on the cannula hub during insertion. This could lead to improper use or injury during medical procedures. Affected units have a specific product number and lot code.
The probe may catch on a lip inside the cannula hub during insertion. This could cause the probe to become stuck, potentially leading to improper tissue ablation or procedure failure.
Medical professionals using the Accurian RF Ablation system for nerve procedures are most at risk. Patients using this device are not directly affected.
Check for product number AC0016 and lot code BY19L039 on the cannula packaging. The device is part of the Accurian RF Ablation system for nerve tissue procedures.
Look for product number AC0016 and lot code BY19L039 on the cannula packaging.
The probe may catch on a lip inside the cannula hub during insertion, potentially causing improper use or procedure failure.
Check for product number AC0016 and lot code BY19L039 on the packaging. If you have the affected units, contact Medtronic for guidance.
No, patients are not directly affected by this recall. Medical professionals using the device are at risk during procedures.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Medtronic to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2694-2020 — Medtronic Medtronic Hello, I own a Medtronic that is covered by recall Z-2694-2020 from Medtronic. 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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