Cardiogenesis Corporation - Cardiogenesis Transmyocardial Laser. The device is indicated for use in the treatment of patients with angina (Canadian Cardiovascular Society Class 4) refractory to medical treatment and secondary to objectively demonstrated coronary artery atherosclerosis and with a region of the myocardium with reversible ischemia not amenable to direct coronary revascularization.

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Product Code - HP-SG3 Product Code -HP-PRL5
  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:
Cardiogenesis Corporation
Reason for Recall:
Following acquisition of Cardiogenesis, we began receiving complaints of sparks, burns, or smoke incidents related to the handpieces.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Cardiogenesis Corporation - Cardiogenesis Transmyocardial Laser. The device is indicated for use in the treatment of patients with angina (Canadian Cardiovascular Society Class 4) refractory to medical treatment and secondary to objectively demonstrated coronary artery atherosclerosis and with a region of the myocardium with reversible ischemia not amenable to direct coronary revascularization.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Product Code - HP-SG3 Product Code -HP-PRL5

Distribution:

Distributed in: US

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1993-2013