Medical device manufacturer, Ethicon Endo-Surgery, has issued a medical device safety alert concerning ENDOPATH ECHELON Vascular White Reload for Advanced Placement Tip (35mm, 4 row) [Product code: VASECR35. Lot Number: all].
The manufacturer identified a production issue which may cause the reload to deploy an incomplete staple line.
The manufacturer is recalling the affected product.
According to the local supplier, the affected products are distributed in Hong Kong.
If you are in possession of the affected products, please contact your supplier for necessary actions.
Posted on 12 March 2015