WECK Visistat 35W, Disposable Skin Stapler, Rx Only, Sterile, Teleflex Medical, NC 27709. The intended use of the Visistat stapler is to close lacerations on the outer layer of the dermis for a wide range of general, thoracic, obstetric, gynecological, orthopedic, cardiovascular, urological, and plastic surgical procedures.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
- Check if you have this product: Product Code: 528235, Lot numbers: 73C1600693, 73G1500681, 73H1500255, 73H1500256, 73K1500618, 73L1400006 and 73M1500130.
- 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:
- Teleflex Medical
- Reason for Recall:
- Sterility Deficiency: The packages are not sealed properly and thus the sterility is not assured.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
WECK Visistat 35W, Disposable Skin Stapler, Rx Only, Sterile, Teleflex Medical, NC 27709. The intended use of the Visistat stapler is to close lacerations on the outer layer of the dermis for a wide range of general, thoracic, obstetric, gynecological, orthopedic, cardiovascular, urological, and plastic surgical procedures.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
Product Code: 528235, Lot numbers: 73C1600693, 73G1500681, 73H1500255, 73H1500256, 73K1500618, 73L1400006 and 73M1500130.
Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-0764-2017
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