-Pipeline Embolization Device -Pipeline Flex Embolization Device The Pipeline and Pipeline Flex Embolization Devices consist of a permanent implant combined with a guidewire based delivery system. The Pipeline and Pipeline Flex embolization device implant is a braided, multi-alloy, mesh cylinder woven from platinum/tungsten and cobalt-chromium-nickel alloy wires. The Pipeline and Pipeline Flex Embolization Devices are indicated for the endovascular treatment of adults (22 years of age or older) with large or giant wide-necked intracranial aneurysms (IAs) in the internal carotid artery from the petrous to the superior hypophyseal segments.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Pipeline Model Number Lot Number FA-77250-16V06 9724629 FA-77350-16V10 A024276 FA-77350-16V12 A012865 FA-77350-18Vl0 A013596 FA-77350-20V12 A012039 FA-77375-14V12 A013029 FA-77375-16Vl2 A011629 FA-77375-16Vl2 A029223 FA-77375-16Vl2 A031361 FA-77375-18V10 A024213 FA-77375-20Vl2 A029315 FA-77400-14V12 A012885 FA-77425-18V12 A026942 FA-77450-14V12 A013028 FA-77475-20Vl2 A012383 FA-77500-16Vl2 A029316 Pipeline Flex Model Number Lot Number PED-400-20VO1 9977371 PED-475-20V01 A047151 PED-375-18V01 9971250
  2. Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
  3. Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
  4. Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
  5. 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:
Micro Therapeutics Inc, Dba Ev3 Neurovascular
Reason for Recall:
The firm is recalling Pipeline and Pipeline Flex Embolization Devices from U.S. since the devices were shipped with an EU version of the Instructions for Use.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

-Pipeline Embolization Device -Pipeline Flex Embolization Device The Pipeline and Pipeline Flex Embolization Devices consist of a permanent implant combined with a guidewire based delivery system. The Pipeline and Pipeline Flex embolization device implant is a braided, multi-alloy, mesh cylinder woven from platinum/tungsten and cobalt-chromium-nickel alloy wires. The Pipeline and Pipeline Flex Embolization Devices are indicated for the endovascular treatment of adults (22 years of age or older) with large or giant wide-necked intracranial aneurysms (IAs) in the internal carotid artery from the petrous to the superior hypophyseal segments.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Pipeline Model Number Lot Number FA-77250-16V06 9724629 FA-77350-16V10 A024276 FA-77350-16V12 A012865 FA-77350-18Vl0 A013596 FA-77350-20V12 A012039 FA-77375-14V12 A013029 FA-77375-16Vl2 A011629 FA-77375-16Vl2 A029223 FA-77375-16Vl2 A031361 FA-77375-18V10 A024213 FA-77375-20Vl2 A029315 FA-77400-14V12 A012885 FA-77425-18V12 A026942 FA-77450-14V12 A013028 FA-77475-20Vl2 A012383 FA-77500-16Vl2 A029316 Pipeline Flex Model Number Lot Number PED-400-20VO1 9977371 PED-475-20V01 A047151 PED-375-18V01 9971250

Distribution:

Distributed in: US, TN, KY, VA, WI, MO, IL, UT, OR, MD

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-0120-2016

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Pipeline Flex Embolization Device

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Class I - Dangerous

Due to potential push wire fractures in the delivery system during use. The issue presents as a fracture in the spiral cut area of the Hypotube.

Jul 13, 2021 Other Medical Devices Nationwide View Details →

Embolization device delivery system may fracture at the distal section during device implantation. A weakened bond may result in unintended separation, where the distal portion of the device delivery system remains in the patient. If a Pipeline Flex embolization device has already been implanted successfully, there is no increased risk to patients due to this issue.

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