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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Thyroidectomy Indication for the da Vinci Surgical Systems; Product Usage: da Vinci Thyroidectomy offers a minimally invasive surgery for both partial and total thyroidectomy procedures, including endoscopic and video assisted procedure that are preferable to conventional (open) procedures that utilize a cervical incision because they leave no visible neck scar.

Reported: June 5, 2013 Initiated: October 13, 2011 #Z-1426-2013

Product Description

Thyroidectomy Indication for the da Vinci Surgical Systems; Product Usage: da Vinci Thyroidectomy offers a minimally invasive surgery for both partial and total thyroidectomy procedures, including endoscopic and video assisted procedure that are preferable to conventional (open) procedures that utilize a cervical incision because they leave no visible neck scar.

Reason for Recall

Promotional literature for use of the da Vinci system for thyroidectomy, which had not been approved with a change to the 510(k).

Details

Recalling Firm
Intuitive Surgical, Inc.
Units Affected
2,423 consignee
Distribution
USA Nationwide distribution
Location
Sunnyvale, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Thyroidectomy Indication for the da Vinci Surgical Systems; Product Usage: da Vinci Thyroidectomy offers a minimally invasive surgery for both partial and total thyroidectomy procedures, including endoscopic and video assisted procedure that are preferable to conventional (open) procedures that utilize a cervical incision because they leave no visible neck scar.. Recalled by Intuitive Surgical, Inc.. Units affected: 2,423 consignee.
Why was this product recalled?
Promotional literature for use of the da Vinci system for thyroidectomy, which had not been approved with a change to the 510(k).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 5, 2013. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1426-2013.