Covidien Endo Peanut 5mm Auto Suture Blunt Dissector Item Code: 173019 The instrument has indications in endoscopic surgery for swabbing small amounts of fluid or for blunt dissection of soft tissue(s) and structures, or as an aid in controlling minor intraoperative bleeding
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Lot Numbers: M5K04X to M7A01X Exp Date: 2020-October through 2022-January
- 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 LLC
- Reason for Recall:
- Cotton tip of the device may disengage due to insufficient adhesive
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Covidien Endo Peanut 5mm Auto Suture Blunt Dissector Item Code: 173019 The instrument has indications in endoscopic surgery for swabbing small amounts of fluid or for blunt dissection of soft tissue(s) and structures, or as an aid in controlling minor intraoperative bleeding
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Lot Numbers: M5K04X to M7A01X Exp Date: 2020-October through 2022-January
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-2622-2017
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