Z-0322-2017Class II

Visualase Visualization Stylets PN 020-2301. The individual components within the Visualase Body Accessory...

Name: Z-0322-2017 Visualase Visualization Stylets PN 020-2301. The individual components within the Visualase Body Accessory...
Creator: Medtronic Navigation, Inc.
Published: 2016-09-01
License: https://open.fda.gov/license/

Medtronic Navigation, Inc / initiated 2016-09-01 / Terminated

FDA source

Medtronic Navigation, Inc. began a recall of Visualase Visualization Stylets PN 020-2301. The individual components within the Visualase Body Accessory Kit are packaged in Tyvek pouches. The packaged... on 2016-09-01. FDA classified it as Class II and gives the reason as "Medtronic Navigation, Inc. announces a voluntary field action for the Visualase Visualization Stylets and Visualase Body Accessory Kit because when the Visualization Stylet is placed in the magnetic field of a magnetic...". As of 2026-09-10, the recall status on record is Terminated.

Recall record

Recall number: Z-0322-2017
Classification: Class II
Status: Terminated
Initiated: 2016-09-01
Posted: 2016-10-28
Terminated: 2017-03-27
Recalling firm: Medtronic Navigation, Inc
Product: Visualase Visualization Stylets PN 020-2301. The individual components within the Visualase Body Accessory Kit are packaged in Tyvek pouches. The packaged devices are then placed into a cardboard box which is labeled with the Body Accessory Kit label. Labeled sterile. The visualization stylet is constructed of titanium and used during Visualase laser ablation procedures by inserting it into intracorporeal catheter lumens for improved catheter stiffness and MRI visualization during procedures
Product code: GAH Stylet, Surgical, General & Plastic Surgery
Reason for recall: Medtronic Navigation, Inc. announces a voluntary field action for the Visualase Visualization Stylets and Visualase Body Accessory Kit because when the Visualization Stylet is placed in the magnetic field of a magnetic resonance imaging system it pulls and/or bends toward the field.
FDA root cause: Mixed-up of materials/components
Action: Medtronic sent an Urgent Medical Device Recall letter dated September 2, 2016, to all affected consignees. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the consignee. Consignees were instructed to examine their stock for the affected product and if any are found contact Medtronic to arrange for a no charge replacement. Customers were asked to complete the Customer Confirmation form attached to the letter and return it to Medtronic at [email protected] or by Fax to 651-367-7075. Customers with questions were instructed to contact Medtronic Technical Services at 1-800-595-9709. For questions regarding this recall call 720-890-3200.
Quantity in commerce: 100 total units
Distribution: Worldwide Distribution - US including CA, GA, FL, and TX. Internationally to Australia.
Product codes and lots: Lot number 151481

Enforcement reports

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FDA enforcement reports joined to recall event Z-0322-2017
Recall number	Class	Status	Voluntary or mandated	Report date	Classified
Z-0322-2017	Class II	Terminated	Voluntary: Firm initiated	2016-11-09	2016-10-28
Z-0323-2017	Class II	Terminated	Voluntary: Firm initiated	2016-11-09	2016-10-28

Product code GAH

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