Health product recall

Autovac Biopsy Needle (2018-11-04)

Starting date:
November 4, 2018
Posting date:
November 28, 2018
Type of communication:
Medical Device Recall
Subcategory:
Medical Device
Hazard classification:
Type III
Source of recall:
Health Canada
Issue:
Medical Devices
Audience:
General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals
Identification number:
RA-68416

Affected products

Autovac Biopsy Needle

Reason

The three identified affected lots numbers may potentially have a weak glue joint between the outer cannula and hub. The weak bond may potentially affect functionality of the device, leading to customer dissatisfaction. These three affected lots are being withdrawn from the market.

Affected products

Autovac Biopsy Needle

Lot or serial number
  • ANAS2940
  • ANAU3018
  • ANAV3460
Model or catalog number
  • 17581251
Companies
Manufacturer

Angiomed GmbH & Co. Medizintechnik KG

Wachhausstr 6

KARLSRUHE, BADEN-WUERTTEMBERG

76227

GERMANY