Reported Feb 14, 2024 · Ongoing

AbsorbaTack Absorbable Fixation Device 30 Violet Absorbable Tacks 5 mm- -intended for fixation of prosthetic material…

Covidien LP

Moderate riskThis product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.

What you should do

Stop using the affected lot and contact the recalling firm for the return or refund process. Check the FDA enforcement report for lot-level detail.

Firm contact: Covidien LP · 15 Hampshire St · Mansfield, MA · 02048-1113

Is this the product you have?

  • AbsorbaTack Absorbable Fixation Device 30 Violet Absorbable Tacks 5 mm- -intended for fixation of prosthetic material to soft tissue in minimally invasive and open surgical hernia repair procedures Model ABSTACK30
Lot codes and dates
  • GTIN 20884523006527 Lot numberN3J1860Y
Amount recalled
54 units

Where it was sold

Why it was recalled

Packaging of the device may cause a low seal strength in the side seal of the foil pouch potentially resulting in a sterile/moisture barrier breach, compromising the product sterility

This product could cause temporary or reversible health problems — stop using it.

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Where this came from

Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration (openFDA)

Read the FDA (openFDA device enforcement) notice

Data as of Sep 19, 5:43 PM UTC

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