FDA Recalls Covidien Emprint Percutaneous Antenna Due to Tip Disengagement
FDA is recalling specific lots of the Covidien Emprint Long Percutaneous Antenna because the ceramic trocar tip may disengage from the needle shaft, potentially remaining in the patient.
- Product
- Covidien Emprint Long Percutaneous Antenna with Thermosphere Technology, Material CA30L2 intended for use in percutaneous, laparoscopic, and intraoperative coagulation (ablation) of soft tissue, including partial or complete ablation of nonresectable liver tumors.
- Category
- Medical Device
- Distribution
- Distributed nationwide