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CURVED-TIP STAPLER 30,IS4000; Model number 470530; General and Plastic Surgery: The Intuitive Surgical da Vinci EndoWrist Stapler 30 Instrument and Stapler 30 Reloads are intended to be used with the da Vinci Xi Surgical System (Model IS4000) for resection, transection and/or creation of anastomoses in General, Thoracic, Gynecologic, and Urologic surgery. The device is indicated for adult and pediatric use. The device can be used with staple line or tissue buttressing material.

Class I - Dangerous
🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: July 14, 2016 Intuitive Surgical Surgical Instruments Nationwide

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    All model 470530
  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:
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
Reason for Recall:
Field failures were reported related to the da Vinci Xi Surgical System EndoWrist Stapler 45 and 30 instruments having an interruption in shaft rotation and / or instrument jaws not opening.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

CURVED-TIP STAPLER 30,IS4000; Model number 470530; General and Plastic Surgery: The Intuitive Surgical da Vinci EndoWrist Stapler 30 Instrument and Stapler 30 Reloads are intended to be used with the da Vinci Xi Surgical System (Model IS4000) for resection, transection and/or creation of anastomoses in General, Thoracic, Gynecologic, and Urologic surgery. The device is indicated for adult and pediatric use. The device can be used with staple line or tissue buttressing material.

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

All model 470530

Official Source

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View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-2677-2016

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