Covidien LLC recalls Covidien Endo Peanut 5mm Auto Suture Blunt Dissector Item Code: 173019 The instrument has indications in endoscopic sur…

Recall date

May 9, 2017

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-2622-2017

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Covidien LLC

Sold / distributed

Nationwide Distribution

Why it was recalled

Cotton tip of the device may disengage due to insufficient adhesive

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

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