Lot Numbers: N2J0211X through N3D0118X Note: The specific lot numbers listed below are not affected by this recall and are acceptable for use: N2H0045X,N2H0166X,N2H0286X, N2H0357X,N2 H051 6UX
Worldwide Distribution - USA (nationwide) and internationally to the following countries: Canada Austria Bahrain Benoni Centurion Chatsworth Czech Republic Denmark Egypt Finland France Germany Ireland Israel Italy Japan Kuwait Netherlands Norway Portugal QATAR Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore South Africa Spain OMAN Sweden Switzerland UAE United Kingdom Venezuela
Product Description
Versaport Bladeless Optical Trocar With (2) Fixation Cannulae - 5mm || Product Code: ONB5STF2C || The Versaport" Bladeless Optical 5mm trocars are intended for use in a variety of gynecologic, general, thoracic and urologic endoscopic procedures to create and maintain a port of entry.
“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.