Recall Z-1584-2018
CooperSurgical, Inc. · initiated March 12, 2018
Class II – products that might cause a temporary health problem or pose a slight threat of a serious nature
Product
5 mm Apple-Hunt Secondary Cannula/Pyramidal Tip Trocar - extended length (5 count); Model Number 900-840 Product Usage: The Apple-Hunt Secondary Cannulas are indicated for use in laparoscopic surgical procedures to provide a pathway for the introduction of endoscopic surgical instruments and allow for maintenance of pneumoperitoneum. For uninhibited laparoscopic access, the Apple-Hunt Cannula/Trocar provides greater instrument maneuverability while maintaining an airtight seal -with no bulky external valves, fittings, or housings. The ergonomic trocar design is simple to use and features a smooth cannula/trocar transition for easier sleeve insertion and reduced risk of patient injury.
Codes / lots: Lot number 223333
Reason for recall
Products have been packaged with the wrong Trocar length type.
FDA-determined cause: Under Investigation by firm
Action taken
On March 26, 2018 CopperSurgical Inc. mailed a Medical Device Recall Notification to affected customers. Customers were instructed to discontinue the use of the affected lot number 223333 and complete an Acknowledgement and Receipt Form to schedule refund or exchanges. If customers supplied products to any other facility, they have been asked to provide the recipients a copy of the notification letter. Customers with questions may contact CopperSurgical at recall@coopersurgical.com.
Details
- Recall number
- Z-1584-2018
- Initiated
- March 12, 2018
- Terminated
- May 8, 2019
- Product code
- DRC – Trocar
- Quantity
- 520 products
- Distribution
- Worldwide Distribution - US Nationwide in the states of FL, GA, IN, NJ, and countries of Canada, Austria, Chile, Italy, Singapore
- Recalling firm
- CooperSurgical, Inc., Trumbull, CT