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TGA Action ID RC-2026-RN-00603-1
Type of Product Medical Device
Product Name/Description Cardioroot Woven Grafts

Model Numbers: HEWROOT0024 , HEWROOT0026, HEWROOT0028, HEWROOT0030, HEWROOT0032, HEWROOT0034
ARTG Number 343016
Action Type Recall
Action Level Hospital
Hazard Classification Class II
Reason for the Action Internal testing of samples from CARDIOROOT vascular grafts produced Integral Water Permeability (IWP) results outside the limit specified in the product’s Instructions for Use (IFU) (i.e. <5 ml/cm²/min). Given that the affected products did not meet the specified acceptance criteria for water permeability, they are out of specification and may pose risks to patient health.
Instructions for Customers/Users Customers should remove all affected product from inventory and quarantined immediately for return to the manufacturer.

Product distribution remains on hold until compliant products become available.

Please note that the implementation of this Urgent Recall may lead to temporary supply constraints, as compliant devices are not expected to be available in the short term.
Action Commencement Date 13/08/2026
Responsible Entity Getinge Australia Pty Ltd
Contact Information 1800 438 464 Getinge Customer Service on or Quality.AUNZ@getinge.com