PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

WECK Hem-O-Lok AutoEndo5, 5mm Automatic Endoscopie Hem-o-lok Applier, REF 543965 Automatic Endoscopic Surgical Ligating Clip Appliers are delivery devices for Hem-o-lok ML non-absorbable polymer ligating clips

Reported: November 27, 2019 Initiated: October 4, 2019 #Z-0497-2020

Product Description

WECK Hem-O-Lok AutoEndo5, 5mm Automatic Endoscopie Hem-o-lok Applier, REF 543965 Automatic Endoscopic Surgical Ligating Clip Appliers are delivery devices for Hem-o-lok ML non-absorbable polymer ligating clips

Reason for Recall

Certain clip appliers have an increase in misloading and/or jamming related complaints that may be due to a discrepancy in the specification a component. Misloading and/or jamming may lead to clips falling out of the applier, clip breakage, or the jaws becoming locked in a partially closed position (jammed).

Details

Recalling Firm
Teleflex Medical
Units Affected
4099 devices
Distribution
Worldwide distribution, including US nationwide (including Puerto Rico).
Location
Morrisville, NC

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
WECK Hem-O-Lok AutoEndo5, 5mm Automatic Endoscopie Hem-o-lok Applier, REF 543965 Automatic Endoscopic Surgical Ligating Clip Appliers are delivery devices for Hem-o-lok ML non-absorbable polymer ligating clips. Recalled by Teleflex Medical. Units affected: 4099 devices.
Why was this product recalled?
Certain clip appliers have an increase in misloading and/or jamming related complaints that may be due to a discrepancy in the specification a component. Misloading and/or jamming may lead to clips falling out of the applier, clip breakage, or the jaws becoming locked in a partially closed position (jammed).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 27, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0497-2020.