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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Ongoing

PASCAL Precision Transcatheter Valve Repair System, Models: 20000ISM and 20000IS

Reported: September 6, 2023 Initiated: July 27, 2023 #Z-2479-2023

Product Description

PASCAL Precision Transcatheter Valve Repair System, Models: 20000ISM and 20000IS

Reason for Recall

Due to a manufacturing issue, when using valve repair systems, intended to repair insufficient mitral and/or tricuspid valves, users experienced resistance when attempting to release the implant from the delivery system by rotating the release knob. Additional torque required to initiate rotation of the release wire from the implant, could cause implant rotation or additional implant implantation.

Details

Recalling Firm
Edwards Lifesciences, LLC
Units Affected
92
Distribution
International distribution to the countries of Austria, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, Cyprus, Israel, UK, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Poland.
Location
Irvine, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
PASCAL Precision Transcatheter Valve Repair System, Models: 20000ISM and 20000IS. Recalled by Edwards Lifesciences, LLC. Units affected: 92.
Why was this product recalled?
Due to a manufacturing issue, when using valve repair systems, intended to repair insufficient mitral and/or tricuspid valves, users experienced resistance when attempting to release the implant from the delivery system by rotating the release knob. Additional torque required to initiate rotation of the release wire from the implant, could cause implant rotation or additional implant implantation.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on September 6, 2023. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2479-2023.