The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0908-2013·Announced 2013-03-13

Medtronic DPL Single Stage Venous Cannula Recalled for Rough Metal Edges

Medtronic is recalling DPL Single Stage Venous Cannulas used in cardiopulmonary bypass due to potential rough metal edges on the tip side ports.

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 involves a medical device with a physical defect (rough metal edges) that poses a risk of harm, but the source text does not report any injuries or illnesses, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Medtronic Inc. Cardiac Rhythm Disease Management is recalling the DPL Single Stage Venous Cannula with Metal Tip. These devices are used in cardiopulmonary bypass procedures. The recall involves 13,691 units distributed worldwide, including the United States and numerous international locations.

The recall is due to a potential for uncharacteristically rough metal edges to occur along the inner diameter of the metal tip side ports of the cannula. The source text does not report any specific injuries or illnesses associated with this defect.

Healthcare providers and facilities should identify and stop using the affected model numbers and lot numbers listed in the official recall notice. Consumers are advised to contact their healthcare provider if they have had a procedure involving these specific devices.

The recalled product

Product
Medtronic DPL Single Stage Venous Cannula with Metal Tip, used in cardiopulmonary bypass procedures. Model numbers: 67312; 67314; CB67314; 67316; 67318; CB67318; 67320; 69312; 69314; 69316; 69318; 69320; 69322; 69324; 69328; 69331.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same manufacturer · Medtronic Inc. Cardiac Rhythm Disease Management

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