Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported February 14, 2018
The heat-shrink insulation tube may split during autoclave sterilization/re-sterilization. If a split occurs, the heat-shrink could fall off during a surgical procedure and if cau…
Microline Surgical, Inc. recalled The ReNew Reusable Grasper and Dissector Tips are to be used with the ReNew Laparoscopic … - a moderate-severity action.
The ReNew Reusable Grasper and Dissector Tips are to be used with the ReNew Laparoscopic … was recalled by Microline Surgical, Inc. in February 14, 2018. Reason: The heat-shrink insulation tube may split during autoclave sterilization/re-sterilization. If a split occurs,…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-0507-2018 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Microline Surgical, Inc. issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-The heat-shrink insulation tube may split during autoclave sterilization/re-sterilization. If a split occurs,….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-0507-2018 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-0507-2018) was formally reported on February 14, 2018, with the manufacturer initiating the action on July 13, 2017. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Microline Surgical, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Beverly, MA. Federal records list the affected scope as 61,769 units.
The documented reason for this recall is: The heat-shrink insulation tube may split during autoclave sterilization/re-sterilization. If a split occurs, the heat-shrink could fall off during a surgical procedure and if cautery is needed, there is a potential for… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution-US (Nationwide) and countries of: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, El Salvador, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Argentina, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Ta…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
61,769 units
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
The ReNew Reusable Grasper and Dissector Tips are to be used with the ReNew Laparoscopic Handpieces and they are indicated for cutting, grasping, dissecting, and coagulation of tissue in endoscopic and laparoscopic surgical procedures.
The heat-shrink insulation tube may split during autoclave sterilization/re-sterilization. If a split occurs, the heat-shrink could fall off during a surgical procedure and if cautery is needed, there is a potential for burn due to insulation failure.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-0507-2018 |
| Date reported | February 14, 2018 |
| Date initiated | July 13, 2017 |
| Recalling firm | Microline Surgical, Inc. |
| Firm location | Beverly, MA |
| Affected scope | 61,769 units |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution-US (Nationwide) and countries of: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, El Salvador, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Argentina, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Urug… |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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