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LowFDA (Devices)·Z-2264-2015·Announced 2015-08-12

Medtronic Recalls EnVeo R Loading Systems Due to Particulate Presence

Medtronic is recalling EnVeo R Loading Systems because of the presence of particulate. The recall affects 6,912 units worldwide, including 540 in the US.

What this means for you

Cosmetic or documentation issue. No expected health impact, but the manufacturer is correcting the affected products.

Our severity reasoning: The agency classification is FDA Class I, which is defined as unlikely to cause adverse health consequences. The source text does not report any injuries, illnesses, or deaths, and the hazard is limited to the presence of particulate without further specified risk.

Plain-English summary

Medtronic Cardiovascular Surgery-the Heart Valve Division is recalling the EnVeo R Loading System, Model No. LS-EnVeoR-23, LS-EnVeoR-2629, LS-EnVeoR-23-C, and LS-EnVeoR-2629-C. These are cardiovascular valve delivery systems used with the Medtronic CoreValve Evolut R system. The recall is being conducted because of the presence of particulate in the devices.

A total of 6,912 units are affected by this recall, with 540 units distributed in the United States. The remaining units were distributed worldwide, including in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, and other listed countries. Specific lot numbers are provided in the official recall documentation.

Healthcare providers and consumers should stop using the affected EnVeo R Loading Systems immediately. Medtronic is the recalling firm responsible for managing the recall process. No specific instructions for return or replacement are detailed in the provided source text, but users should follow the official recall guidance from Medtronic or the FDA.

The recalled product

Product
EnVeo R Loading System, Model No. LS-EnVeoR-23, LS-EnVeoR-2629, LS-EnVeoR-23-C, LS-EnVeoR-2629-C. Cardiovascular valve delivery system for use with the Medtronic CoreValve Evolut R system.

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Same manufacturer · Medtronic Cardiovascular Surgery-the Heart Valve Division

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Same hazard · particulate contamination

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