Mermaid Medical M-Biopsy Coaxial Introducer Needle, Coaxial Needle for M-Biopsy 18Gx10cm-PRO-MAG, RX Only. Single packed device in a tyvek pouches. 10 single packed devices in a white carton unit box. The M-Biopsy coaxial needle is used to obtain one or multiple core samples from soft tissue such as the liver, kidney, prostate, breast, etc. and is to be used in conjunction with an M-Biopsy Biopsy Needle for a Bard Magnum or Pro-Mag Biopsy Instrument.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot No: P000290, P000360, P000230, P000291, P000299, P000148 Catalogue No: N20314010- N20320020 (for PRO-MAG Biopsy Instrument) Catalogue No: N20414010- N20420020 (for MAGNUM Biopsy Instrument)
- 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:
- Mermaid Medical A/S
- Reason for Recall:
- Mermaid Medical A/S is recalling some of their M-Biopsy Coaxial Introducer Needles because of the potential for small plastic pieces to be present in the luer of the cannula.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Mermaid Medical M-Biopsy Coaxial Introducer Needle, Coaxial Needle for M-Biopsy 18Gx10cm-PRO-MAG, RX Only. Single packed device in a tyvek pouches. 10 single packed devices in a white carton unit box. The M-Biopsy coaxial needle is used to obtain one or multiple core samples from soft tissue such as the liver, kidney, prostate, breast, etc. and is to be used in conjunction with an M-Biopsy Biopsy Needle for a Bard Magnum or Pro-Mag Biopsy Instrument.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot No: P000290, P000360, P000230, P000291, P000299, P000148 Catalogue No: N20314010- N20320020 (for PRO-MAG Biopsy Instrument) Catalogue No: N20414010- N20420020 (for MAGNUM Biopsy Instrument)
Distribution:
Distributed in: US, FL, PR
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-2190-2015
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