Covidien recalls Multifire VersaTrack Auto Suture Hernia Stapler (4.8mm, Part No. 174023) due to a manufacturing error that may cause staples to fail to advance when the handle is compressed during surgery. Affected units include specific production lots.
The product is recalled due to a manufacturing assembly error that may cause the staples to fail to properly advance within the staple cartridge when the instrument handle is compressed.
Covidien is recalling a specific model of hernia stapler used in endoscopic surgery because a manufacturing error might cause staples to not advance properly when the instrument handle is pressed. This could lead to improper surgical fixation of mesh or tissue.
The device has a manufacturing defect that can cause staples to fail to advance correctly when the handle is compressed. This might result in improper tissue fixation during surgery, potentially affecting the surgical outcome.
Surgical professionals who use the Multifire VersaTrack Auto Suture Hernia Stapler for endoscopic procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing hernia repairs or similar surgeries with this device may be affected.
Check for the product name 'Multifire VersaTrack Auto Suture Hernia Stapler', 4.8mm size, and part number 174023. Affected units were produced in specific lots: P9J1172Y, P9K0452Y, P9K0453Y, P9K0454Y, P9K1596Y, and P0B0996Y.
Identify the lot number on the device, which should match one of the affected lots listed: P9J1172Y, P9K0452Y, P9K0453Y, P9K0454Y, P9K1596Y, or P0B0996Y.
The device is not safe to use as recalled due to a potential manufacturing error that may cause staples to fail to advance properly during surgery.
Check the lot number on the device to see if it matches the affected lots listed in the recall notice. If it does, contact the manufacturer for further instructions.
Look for the product name 'Multifire VersaTrack Auto Suture Hernia Stapler', 4.8mm size, and part number 174023. Affected units have specific lot numbers: P9J1172Y, P9K0452Y, P9K0453Y, P9K0454Y, P9K1596Y, or P0B0996Y.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Covidien to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2253-2020 — Covidien Covidien Hello, I own a Covidien that is covered by recall Z-2253-2020 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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