medical MODERATE Updated 2017-07-05

Covidien LLC recalls Covidien Endo Peanut 5mm Auto Suture Blunt Dissector Item C

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Recalled Product

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

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Hazard / Issue

Cotton tip of the device may disengage due to insufficient adhesive

Issued by

FDA

Distribution: Nationwide (United States)
Lot/Code Info: Lot Numbers: M5K04X to M7A01X Exp Date: 2020-October through 2022-January

✅ What Should You Do?

  1. 1Contact your healthcare provider immediately to discuss this recall.
  2. 2Stop using the device if it is safe to do so, and contact your provider.
  3. 3Follow the manufacturer's remedy instructions provided in the recall notice.
  4. 4Report device problems to FDA MedWatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

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