PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

GEM(TM), FLOWCOUPLER(R), 3.0 mm, STERILE EO, Rx only, 1 FLOWCOUPLER, REF GEM2754-FC Product Usage: The FlowCOUPLER Device is a single use, implantable device that is intended to be used in the end-to-end anastomosis of veins and arteries normally encountered in microsurgical and vascular reconstructive procedures. The FlowCOUPLER Device includes a pair of permanently implanted rings which secure the anastomosis and a removable Doppler probe that is press-fit onto one of the rings. When the F

Reported: May 18, 2016 Initiated: April 21, 2016 #Z-1629-2016

Product Description

GEM(TM), FLOWCOUPLER(R), 3.0 mm, STERILE EO, Rx only, 1 FLOWCOUPLER, REF GEM2754-FC Product Usage: The FlowCOUPLER Device is a single use, implantable device that is intended to be used in the end-to-end anastomosis of veins and arteries normally encountered in microsurgical and vascular reconstructive procedures. The FlowCOUPLER Device includes a pair of permanently implanted rings which secure the anastomosis and a removable Doppler probe that is press-fit onto one of the rings. When the FlowCOUPLER Device is used in conjunction with the FlowCOUPLER Monitor, the FlowCOUPLER System is intended to detect blood flow and confirm vessel patency intra-operatively and post-operatively at the anastomotic site.

Reason for Recall

Instructions for use booklet may puncture the outer Tyvek lid.

Details

Recalling Firm
Baxter Healthcare Corp.
Units Affected
707 units
Distribution
Nationwide and Germany, Sweden, Netherlands, Israel, Denmark, United Kingdom, Canada
Location
Deerfield, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
GEM(TM), FLOWCOUPLER(R), 3.0 mm, STERILE EO, Rx only, 1 FLOWCOUPLER, REF GEM2754-FC Product Usage: The FlowCOUPLER Device is a single use, implantable device that is intended to be used in the end-to-end anastomosis of veins and arteries normally encountered in microsurgical and vascular reconstructive procedures. The FlowCOUPLER Device includes a pair of permanently implanted rings which secure the anastomosis and a removable Doppler probe that is press-fit onto one of the rings. When the FlowCOUPLER Device is used in conjunction with the FlowCOUPLER Monitor, the FlowCOUPLER System is intended to detect blood flow and confirm vessel patency intra-operatively and post-operatively at the anastomotic site.. Recalled by Baxter Healthcare Corp.. Units affected: 707 units.
Why was this product recalled?
Instructions for use booklet may puncture the outer Tyvek lid.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on May 18, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1629-2016.