Argon Medical Devices TLAB, Transjugular Liver Biopsy System, REF: TL - 19N, 1/19 GA Flexcore Biopsy Needle, 1.7F Introducer Sheath W/Curved Metal Stiffener, 4/Tissue Removal Swabs, Sterile EO,

Class I - Dangerous

What Should You Do?

  1. Check if you have this product:
    Lot Number: 1439836, 1451430, 1486441
  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:
Argon Medical Devices, Inc
Reason for Recall:
Due to a manufacturing error their is a potential that the sheath within the biopsy kit can separate during use if the tip is flexed or experiences bending stresses. This could result in need for surgical intervention to preclude or reverse permanent damage to a body structure or permanent impairment of a body function.
Classification:
Class I - Dangerous

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

Status:
terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

Argon Medical Devices TLAB, Transjugular Liver Biopsy System, REF: TL - 19N, 1/19 GA Flexcore Biopsy Needle, 1.7F Introducer Sheath W/Curved Metal Stiffener, 4/Tissue Removal Swabs, Sterile EO,

Product Codes/Lot Numbers:

Lot Number: 1439836, 1451430, 1486441

Distribution:

Nationwide distribution

Official Source

Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:

View on FDA.gov

FDA Recall Number: Z-1074-2021

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