[Recalled] Curved Intraluminal Staplers, 21 mm diameter, Model CDH21A The Ethicon Endo-Surgery Intraluminal Staplers (ILS) are anastomotic staplers available in four sizes to permit proper matching of instrument to diameter of the lumen.
Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.
Recall details
| Product | Curved Intraluminal Staplers, 21 mm diameter, Model CDH21A The Ethicon Endo-Surgery Intraluminal Staplers (ILS) are anastomotic staplers available in four sizes to permit proper matching of instrument to diameter of the lumen. The instrument permits tissue attachment to the anvil shaft in a locat |
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| Brand / manufacturer | Ethicon Endo-Surgery Inc |
| Category | device |
| Issuing authority | FDA_DEVICE |
| Reference | Z-1267-2019 |
| Country of notice | United States |
| Risk level | Class I |
| Hazard type | recall |
| Notice date | 11 April 2019 |
Why it was recalled
According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: The staplers may have an insufficient firing stroke to break the washer and completely form staples.
This Class I recall concerns device products distributed in United States and was recorded by FDA_DEVICE. Recalls in this category are published so that owners, retailers, and importers can identify affected units and act quickly.
What to do if you own this product
Stop using the product immediately and follow the authority's remedy (return, repair, or disposal).
Read the full official notice →
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