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Medtronic DLP VAD Venous Cannula for Ventricular Assist, Models 95036 and CB95036.

FDA device recall Z-1489-04 · posted 2004-09-29 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Medtronic Inc
Reason for recall
Spiral tip from DLP VAD cannula may be loose and potentially detach during use.
Action taken
A notification letter dated September 23, 2004 was sent by certified mail to US customers. The letter cautions the customer about the possibility of tip detachment and requests the impacted product to be returned to Medtronic for replacement. Customers are requested to complete a Field Corrective Action Certificate acknowledging the receipt of this information.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
DWF
Quantity affected
753 units, 203 distributed in US to 24 customers.
Distribution
Nationwide throughout the United States and worldwide.
Date initiated
2004-09-15
Date posted
2004-09-29
Date terminated
2005-11-03
Location
Minneapolis, MN

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