[Recalled] Endo GIA 60 mm Articulating Vascular/Medium Loading Unit with Tri-Staple Technology, Item Code EGIA60AVM — Device may be missing a sled component | FDA 2018-05-22

Regulators flagged this product in an official safety action. Here is what the notice says and what it means for owners.

Recall details

Why it was recalled

According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Device may be missing a sled component. The sled component is responsible for staple deployment. This may result in failure to form a staple line when tissue is divided, leading to bleeding or leakage of luminal contents.

This Class II 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

Check whether your unit is affected and follow the authority's guidance before further use.

Read the full official notice →

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