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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Covidien Endo Grasp Auto Suture Grasper 5mm REF: 173030 The Covidien Endo Grasp" Auto Suture" grasper 5 mm instrument has applications in a variety of gynecologic, general, urologic, thoracic and endoscopic procedures for temporary grasping/clamping of tissue and small tubular structures.

Reported: May 1, 2019 Initiated: March 13, 2019 #Z-1212-2019

Product Description

Covidien Endo Grasp Auto Suture Grasper 5mm REF: 173030 The Covidien Endo Grasp" Auto Suture" grasper 5 mm instrument has applications in a variety of gynecologic, general, urologic, thoracic and endoscopic procedures for temporary grasping/clamping of tissue and small tubular structures.

Reason for Recall

Sterilization method used was not consistent with the labeling and the approved sterilization method

Details

Recalling Firm
COVIDIEN LLC
Units Affected
240 units
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution: US (Nationwide) and to countries of: Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Japan, Mexico, Panama, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland and Turkey.
Location
Mansfield, MA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Covidien Endo Grasp Auto Suture Grasper 5mm REF: 173030 The Covidien Endo Grasp" Auto Suture" grasper 5 mm instrument has applications in a variety of gynecologic, general, urologic, thoracic and endoscopic procedures for temporary grasping/clamping of tissue and small tubular structures.. Recalled by COVIDIEN LLC. Units affected: 240 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Sterilization method used was not consistent with the labeling and the approved sterilization method
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 1, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1212-2019.