Worldwide distribution: USA (nationwide) and country of: Venezuela.
Description du dispositif
Covidien Duet TRS Articulating 60- 3.5MM, Single Use Loading Unit || Ref: DUET6035A || The ENDO GIA Universal Staplers with DUET TR S Loading Units have applications in abdominal, gynecologic and pediatric surgery for resection, transection, and creation of anastomosis. They may be used for transaction and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas
“If our surveillance systems identify a potential performance issue, our personnel promptly evaluate the problem, including, when appropriate, conducting root cause investigations and internal testing to assess whether the product continues to meet specifications and defined performance criteria,” Medtronic told ICIJ in a statement. “In some cases, based on this evaluation, Medtronic may determine that a recall is necessary.” The company said that it communicates with healthcare providers and/or patients and provide recommendations to address such issues. Medtronic noted that these communications can include letters, emails, calls, press releases, physician notifications and social media postings, as well as informing the FDA and other regulators of the actions.