LivaNova USA Inc. recalls Vein Irrigation Cannula with blunt tip. ASY VIC, STERILE 25/CS REF/ GTIN for Insert Label: VIC/ 00803622133107

Recall date

April 24, 2020

Source

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

Recall number

Z-2464-2020

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

LivaNova USA Inc.

Sold / distributed

US - AK, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NC, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, and WV OUS- Spain (Hospital de Barsuto, Bilbao, Spain)

Why it was recalled

The firm has identified through internal tests that the sterile barrier of certain Sterile Standalone Connectors may present a breach. The issue potentially affects component assembled with a specific packaging and is associated to a specific production period.

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

What was recalled

Vein Irrigation Cannula with blunt tip. ASY VIC, STERILE 25/CS REF/ GTIN for Insert Label: VIC/ 00803622133107