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[Recalled] Gynecare Thermachoice III Uterine Balloon Therapy System Ethicon, Inc. The GYNECARE THERMACHOICE¿ III Uterine Balloon Therapy (UBT) System is a thermal balloon ablation device intended to ablate the endometrial lining of the u

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Recall details

ProductGynecare Thermachoice III Uterine Balloon Therapy System Ethicon, Inc. The GYNECARE THERMACHOICE¿ III Uterine Balloon Therapy (UBT) System is a thermal balloon ablation device intended to ablate the endometrial lining of the uterus in pre-menopausal women with menorrhagia (excessive uterine bleed
Brand / manufacturerEthicon, Inc.
Categorydevice
Issuing authorityFDA_DEVICE
ReferenceZ-0602-2016
Country of noticeUnited States
Risk levelClass II
Hazard typerecall
Notice date03 December 2015

Why it was recalled

According to the FDA_DEVICE notice, the identified hazard is: Stability data does not substantiate the labeled two-year shelf life of affected product.

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.

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