Covidien Duet TRS 45 4.8 mm Universal Straight Single Use Loading Unit. Product Code: DUET4548. Single Use Loading Unit (SULU) tissue reinforcement stapler. The Endo GIA Universal Staplers with Duet TRS reloads have applications in abdominal, gynecologic and pediatric surgery for resection, transection and creation of anastomoses. They may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas.
Class I - DangerousWhat Should You Do?
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Recall Details
- Company:
- Covidien LP
- Reason for Recall:
- Duet TRS may have the potential to injure adjacent anatomical structures which may result in life threatening post-operative complications.
- Classification:
- Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
- Status:
- terminated
Product Information
Full Description:
Covidien Duet TRS 45 4.8 mm Universal Straight Single Use Loading Unit. Product Code: DUET4548. Single Use Loading Unit (SULU) tissue reinforcement stapler. The Endo GIA Universal Staplers with Duet TRS reloads have applications in abdominal, gynecologic and pediatric surgery for resection, transection and creation of anastomoses. They may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas.
Product Codes/Lot Numbers:
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Official Source
Always verify recall information with the official FDA source:
View on FDA.govFDA Recall Number: Z-2434-2012
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