FDAMay 13, 2022device

EEA Autosuture Circular Stapler with DST Series Technology, 25mm. Model Numbers EEA25, EEAXL25, EEA2535, and EEAXL2535.

Official recall recorded by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration.

The hazard

The affected staplers have the potential for the staple guide to not be securely attached to the instrument. The issue could cause the component to disengage and if disengaged, could allow the device to transect tissue without forming staples.

What to do

FDA enforcement status: Ongoing

Brands named

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Recall history

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