Endo GIA Auto Suture Universal Articulating Loading Unit 30 mm - 3.5 mm, Item Code 030452 - Product Usage: The Endo GIA universal staplers have applications in abdominal, gynecologic, pediatric and thoracic surgery for resection, transection and creation of anastomosis.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot Numbers: T0C085X T8B048X T8K049X T8L087X T9J072X T7H002X T8B049X T8K095X T9G027X T9J099X T7L026X T8E063X T8L084X T9H043X T9L073X T7L027X T8E064X T8L085X T9H115X T9M016X T8B014X T8E075X T8L086X T9H116X T9M111X T8B015X T8F074X
- Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
- Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
- Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
- Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.
⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.
Recall Details
- Company:
- Covidien, LP
- Reason for Recall:
- The device staples may not properly form upon application preventing adequate hemostasis. Use of a product with this assembly error may result in incomplete staple formation.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- ongoing
Product Information
Full Description:
Endo GIA Auto Suture Universal Articulating Loading Unit 30 mm - 3.5 mm, Item Code 030452 - Product Usage: The Endo GIA universal staplers have applications in abdominal, gynecologic, pediatric and thoracic surgery for resection, transection and creation of anastomosis.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot Numbers: T0C085X T8B048X T8K049X T8L087X T9J072X T7H002X T8B049X T8K095X T9G027X T9J099X T7L026X T8E063X T8L084X T9H043X T9L073X T7L027X T8E064X T8L085X T9H115X T9M016X T8B014X T8E075X T8L086X T9H116X T9M111X T8B015X T8F074X
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0003-2021
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