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Class II Recall

Parietex Composite Mesh Polyester with Absorbable Collagen Film, Horseshoe- Shaped, 9 x 8 cm (3.6" x 3.1"). Intended fo

Covidien, LP

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for Parietex Composite Mesh Polyester with Absorbable Collagen Film, Horseshoe- Sha by Covidien, LP. Reason: Collagen film was placed on the opposite side of the mesh may cause delay to treatment/therapy, adhesions, erosion/migration, pain, fistula, hernia (r.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-1183-2023

Action Date

2023-03-08

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

Parietex Composite Mesh Polyester with Absorbable Collagen Film, Horseshoe- Shaped, 9 x 8 cm (3.6" x 3.1"). Intended for the reinforcement of tissues during surgical repair Model Number: PCO2H3

Lot/Code Info: GTIN: A8845211784602 Lot Number: PVE0194M

Quantity Affected: 53 units

Reason for Recall

Collagen film was placed on the opposite side of the mesh may cause delay to treatment/therapy, adhesions, erosion/migration, pain, fistula, hernia (recurrence), and failure of implant

Distribution

US Distribution to states of: CA, GA, NY and OUS Foreign distribution to countries of: Armenia, Belgium, France, Germany, Israel, Japan, Luxembourg, Romania, Spain, Switzerland and United Kingdom.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-01-11

Company

Covidien, LP

North Haven, CT

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 149 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 413 device-related FDA actions this month.

Covidien, LP has 89 FDA actions in our database, including 89 recalls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Covidien, LP) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Covidien, LP have FDA actions?

Covidien, LP has 89 FDA actions in our database, including 89 recalls and 0 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-1183-2023" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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