The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0392-2017·Announced 2016-11-16

Reshape Medical Recalls Integrated Dual Balloon System Due to Fluid Leak Risk

Reshape Medical is recalling 114 units of the Integrated Dual Balloon System Gen 1 because distillation fluid may leak during inflation.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the hazard involves a potential leak of fluid during a medical procedure. Per the rubric, risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported are classified as High.

Plain-English summary

Reshape Medical Inc. is recalling 114 units of the ReShape Integrated Dual Balloon System, Gen 1 (Model No. 01-0013-001, Catalog No. RSM110). The recall is due to the potential leak of distillation fluid during balloon inflation.

The affected devices were distributed nationwide in the United States, specifically in the states of Missouri, Texas, Arizona, California, New York, Tennessee, Georgia, Louisiana, Florida, Massachusetts, Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois. The recall covers specific lot numbers with expiration dates ranging from August 7, 2018, to August 18, 2018.

The ReShape Integrated Dual Balloon System is indicated for weight reduction in obese patients with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30-40 kg/m2 and one or more obesity-related comorbid conditions. Patients who have received this device should contact their healthcare provider for instructions on next steps.

The recalled product

Product
ReShape Integrated Dual Balloon System, Gen 1, Model No. 01-0013-001, Catalog No. RSM110 product Usage: The ReShape Integrated Dual Balloon System is indicated for weight reduction when used in conjunction with diet and exercise, in obese patients with a Body Mass Index (BMI)
Affected units
114

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 13 states specifically:

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