ConMed Anchor Tissue Retrieval System 15 MM, 1550 ML (3/BX) Catalog Number: TRS175SB2 The An...

FDA Device Recall #Z-1305-2019 — Class II — March 21, 2019

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-1305-2019
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated March 21, 2019
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Conmed Corporation
Location Utica, NY
Product Type Devices
Quantity 11835

Product Description

ConMed Anchor Tissue Retrieval System 15 MM, 1550 ML (3/BX) Catalog Number: TRS175SB2 The Anchor Tissue Retrieval System" by CONMED is a sterile disposable pouch used with a dedicated introducer for the encapture and removal of an organ or tissue from the body cavity during laparoscopic surgery.

Reason for Recall

Voids in the seal or a partial seal results in an open channel and may compromise the sterility of the product

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution: US (Nationwide) and countries of: Austria, Canada, Denmark, Great Britain, Ireland, Japan, Netherlands, OMAN, Poland, QATAR, ROMANIA, SINGAPORE, Spain and Sweden.

Lot / Code Information

Lot codes for product manufactured to and including the dates listed below, with the exclusions noted below for each catalog number: Beginning Manufacture Date: April 26, 2018 Beginning Lot Code: 20180426X Ending Manufacture Date: February 15, 2019 Ending Lot Code: 20190215X Excluded Anchor Tissue Retrieval System" Lot Codes - 1. All alpha/numeric lot codes (e.g. lots 68A8T or 19A8T) 2. All numeric lot codes ending with the number 9 (e.g. Lot code 201902159) 3. All excluded numeric lot codes listed in the tables below for each specific catalog number: Excluded Lot Codes for Cat. Number TRS175SB2: 201808025 201809215 201901164 201901184 201901224 201809205 201901154 201901174 201901214

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Frequently Asked Questions

Sterility recalls for medical devices vary in severity. If you have already had a procedure using a potentially non-sterile device, contact your healthcare provider immediately — you may need monitoring for signs of infection. Symptoms to watch for include fever, redness or swelling at the surgical site, unusual pain, or discharge. For devices that have not yet been used, they should be quarantined and returned to the manufacturer per the recall notice. Non-sterile implants can cause serious infections; early detection and treatment are critical.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.