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Type of Product Medical Device
TGA Recall Reference RC-2016-RN-00387-1
Product Name/Description 10mm Direct Drive Clip Applier (Used for ligation of tubular structures or vessels in laparoscopic and general surgical procedures)

Product Code: CA090

Affected Lot Numbers: 1190181 to 1265006

Expiry date: Prior to 18 March 2019

Affected Kit Product Codes: CK304, GK306, GK307, GK311, GK312, GK317, GK318, GK323, GK334, GK335, K0509 and K0592

ARTG Number: 221008
Recall Action Level Hospital
Recall Action Classification Class II
Recall Action Commencement Date 5/04/2016
Responsible Entity Applied Medical Australia Pty Ltd
Reason/Issue Due to inconsistent clip application, the 10mm Direct Drive Clip Applier is being recalled. Although malformed clips are typically readily apparent to the user, this failure mode may lead to unoccluded vessels.
Recall Action Recall
Recall Action Instructions Applied Medical is advising users to check inventory for the affected lots and return any affected product. This action has been closed-out on 30/01/2017.
Contact Information 07 3853 2100 - Applied Medical - Customer Relations