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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

WEB Detachment Controller, REF: WDC-2, WDC, MV-WDC2. Component of WEB Aneurysm Embolization System.

Reported: November 9, 2022 Initiated: September 21, 2022 #Z-0170-2023

Product Description

WEB Detachment Controller, REF: WDC-2, WDC, MV-WDC2. Component of WEB Aneurysm Embolization System.

Reason for Recall

Detachment controller, of an aneurysm embolization system, has an out of specification tunnel opening dimension, which may prevent the implant device pusher from being fully inserted into the controller, which may result in the inability of the controller to properly detach the implant device, which could cause delays and excessive manipulation that may cause the implant to move and damage vessels

Details

Recalling Firm
MICROVENTION INC.
Units Affected
2018
Distribution
Worldwide - US Nationwide distribution in the states of MN, PA, NY, MI, FL, VA, TX, OH, CA, NE, MN, NC, LA, IL, TN, IN, UT, KS and the countries of Japan, China, Argentina, Australia, South Korea, Italy, UK.
Location
Aliso Viejo, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
WEB Detachment Controller, REF: WDC-2, WDC, MV-WDC2. Component of WEB Aneurysm Embolization System.. Recalled by MICROVENTION INC.. Units affected: 2018.
Why was this product recalled?
Detachment controller, of an aneurysm embolization system, has an out of specification tunnel opening dimension, which may prevent the implant device pusher from being fully inserted into the controller, which may result in the inability of the controller to properly detach the implant device, which could cause delays and excessive manipulation that may cause the implant to move and damage vessels
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 9, 2022. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0170-2023.