PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Myriad handpiece Tissue morcellator

Reported: June 29, 2016 Initiated: February 24, 2014 #Z-2045-2016

Product Description

Myriad handpiece Tissue morcellator

Reason for Recall

This recall has been initiated due to a defective component within the handpiece which will cause the handpiece to fail. The failure will result in the inability to cut tissue with the handpiece, rendering it non-functional. Should this failure occur, a replacement Myriad handpiece will be required. If a replacement handpiece is not available, alternate instrumentation for tissue removal will be necessary.

Details

Recalling Firm
Nico Corp.
Units Affected
63 units
Distribution
US Distribution to the states of : OR, IL, IA, NC, TX, CA, GA, OH, WI, AR, MI, MD, IN.
Location
Indianapolis, IN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Myriad handpiece Tissue morcellator. Recalled by Nico Corp.. Units affected: 63 units.
Why was this product recalled?
This recall has been initiated due to a defective component within the handpiece which will cause the handpiece to fail. The failure will result in the inability to cut tissue with the handpiece, rendering it non-functional. Should this failure occur, a replacement Myriad handpiece will be required. If a replacement handpiece is not available, alternate instrumentation for tissue removal will be necessary.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on June 29, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-2045-2016.