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Product Description
SilverHawk¿ Peripheral Cutter Driver Plaque Excision System || REF Catalog No: FG 02550, Sterilized with gamma radiation, Manufacturer ev3 Inc. 4600 Nathan Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55442, Manufactured at : 9775 Toledo Way, Irvine, CA 92618., || Intended for use in atherectomy of the peripheral vasculature. The catheter is NOT intended for use in the coronary or carotid vasculature.
“If our surveillance systems identify a potential performance issue, our personnel promptly evaluate the problem, including, when appropriate, conducting root cause investigations and internal testing to assess whether the product continues to meet specifications and defined performance criteria,” Medtronic told ICIJ in a statement. “In some cases, based on this evaluation, Medtronic may determine that a recall is necessary.” The company said that it communicates with healthcare providers and/or patients and provide recommendations to address such issues. Medtronic noted that these communications can include letters, emails, calls, press releases, physician notifications and social media postings, as well as informing the FDA and other regulators of the actions.