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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

GastriSail" Gastric Positioning Device Product Usage: The GastriSail gastric positioning system is indicated for use in gastric and bariatric surgical procedures for the application of suction, decompression and to radially expand the stomach, to drain gastric fluids, to test for leaks, to provide visible and tactile delineation of the lesser curvature of the stomach and to serve as a sizing guide for gastric and bariatric procedures, such as sleeve gastrectomy.

Reported: February 28, 2018 Initiated: September 21, 2017 #Z-0640-2018

Product Description

GastriSail" Gastric Positioning Device Product Usage: The GastriSail gastric positioning system is indicated for use in gastric and bariatric surgical procedures for the application of suction, decompression and to radially expand the stomach, to drain gastric fluids, to test for leaks, to provide visible and tactile delineation of the lesser curvature of the stomach and to serve as a sizing guide for gastric and bariatric procedures, such as sleeve gastrectomy.

Reason for Recall

Reports of gastric or esophageal perforation occurring in procedures where the GastriSail" Gastric Positioning device has been used.

Details

Recalling Firm
Covidien LLC
Units Affected
17,271 units
Distribution
US Nationwide Distribution
Location
North Haven, CT

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
GastriSail" Gastric Positioning Device Product Usage: The GastriSail gastric positioning system is indicated for use in gastric and bariatric surgical procedures for the application of suction, decompression and to radially expand the stomach, to drain gastric fluids, to test for leaks, to provide visible and tactile delineation of the lesser curvature of the stomach and to serve as a sizing guide for gastric and bariatric procedures, such as sleeve gastrectomy.. Recalled by Covidien LLC. Units affected: 17,271 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Reports of gastric or esophageal perforation occurring in procedures where the GastriSail" Gastric Positioning device has been used.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on February 28, 2018. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0640-2018.