Wilson-Cook Medical Inc. is recalling approximately 713,702 units of the Instinct Plus Endoscopic Clipping Device due to an increase in reports that the device may malfunction during use. This voluntary recall was initiated following complaints regarding the potential for device failure, which could impact surgical procedures. The affected medical devices were manufactured between September 2023 and April 2025 and distributed worldwide to hospitals and surgical centers. You should stop using the recalled device and contact the manufacturer or your distributor to arrange for its return or replacement.
The clipping device may fail to function as intended during endoscopic procedures, which could lead to surgical delays, ineffective treatment, or internal injury. While there have been reports of malfunctions, no specific injury count was provided in the notification.
Rx Only; All lots manufactured within the specified date range are affected.
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