The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-1532-2021·Announced 2021-05-12

Medtronic Abre Venous Self-expanding Sent System Recall for Incorrect Size Labeling

Medtronic is recalling 23 Abre Venous Self-expanding Sent Systems because the device size is incorrectly printed on the device itself, though the packaging is labeled correctly.

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: The recall is classified as FDA Class II and involves a labeling error (incorrect size printed on the device) without reported injuries or illnesses, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity voluntary precautionary recall.

Plain-English summary

Medtronic Inc. is recalling 23 units of the Abre Venous Self-expanding Sent System, catalog number REF AB9U16080090. The recall is due to an incorrect size printed on the device, while the packaging is labeled correctly. The devices are intended for use in the iliofemoral veins for the treatment of symptomatic venous outflow obstruction.

The affected devices are identified by UDI 00643169796348 and Lot Number B086915. These units were distributed nationwide in the United States, specifically in the states of North Carolina, Colorado, California, Arizona, Montana, and Missouri.

Healthcare providers and patients should contact Medtronic for further instructions regarding the return or replacement of these devices. This recall is classified as Class II by the FDA, indicating that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

The recalled product

Product
Medtronic Abre Venous Self-expanding Sent System, Catalog number REF AB9U16080090 - Product Usage: intended for use in the iliofemoral veins for the treatment of symptomatic venous outflow obstruction.
Manufacturer
Medtronic Inc.
Affected units
23

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 (2)

  • UDI 00643169796348
  • Lot Number B086915

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

The notice also names 6 states specifically: