Class II — Potential Health Hazard

Potential health hazard — use of or exposure to this product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences.

Covidien Duet TRS 60 3.5 mm Universal Articulating Single Use Recalled by Covidien LP Due to Duet TRS may have the potential to injure...

Date: August 21, 2012
Company: Covidien LP
Status: Terminated
Source: FDA (Device)

What You Should Do

Stop using this product immediately. Do not consume, use, or distribute it.

Return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. If you have questions, contact Covidien LP directly.

Affected Products

Covidien Duet TRS 60 3.5 mm Universal Articulating Single Use Loading Unit. Product Code: DUET6035A. Single Use Loading Unit (SULU) tissue reinforcement stapler. The Endo GIA Universal Staplers with Duet TRS reloads have applications in abdominal, gynecologic and pediatric surgery for resection, transection and creation of anastomoses. They may be used for transection and resection of liver substance, hepatic vasculature and biliary structures and for transection and resection of pancreas.

Quantity: 268,022 units

Why Was This Recalled?

Duet TRS may have the potential to injure adjacent anatomical structures which may result in life threatening post-operative complications

Where Was This Sold?

Worldwide Distribution.

About Covidien LP

Covidien LP has 57 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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Data sourced from the FDA (Device). Last updated March 26, 2026. View original report