The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0117-2024·Announced 2023-10-25

Electrosurgical Devices Recalled for Incomplete Packaging Tray Seal

Medline is recalling 11 reprocessed Covidien LigaSure and Ethicon Harmonic electrosurgical devices due to incomplete seals on their packaging trays.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II designation with no reported illnesses or injuries. The hazard is a packaging defect on sterile medical device packaging, which is precautionary in nature. This meets the criteria for Moderate severity as a low-risk issue on a Class II device without reported incidents.

Plain-English summary

Medline Industries, LP is recalling its ReNewal brand reprocessed Covidien LigaSure and Ethicon Harmonic electrosurgical devices (REF LF1844CR) due to incomplete seals on their packaging trays. The recall affects 11 units with lot number 498004 distributed in the United States.

The incomplete seal on the packaging tray is the issue prompting this recall. Healthcare facilities and individuals possessing affected devices should contact Medline Industries for return or replacement instructions.

For additional information, refer to FDA recall number Z-0117-2024.

The recalled product

Product
MEDLINE ReNewal Ligasure Blunt Tip Sealer/Divider Nano-Coated Compatible with FT10 Generator, REF LF1844CR. electrosurgical instrument
Manufacturer
MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, LP - Northfield
Hazard
  • incomplete-seal

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (3)

  • UDI/DI 10888277680418 (each)
  • 20888277680415 (case)
  • Lot Numbers: 498004

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.