Class II — Potential Health Hazard

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

ThruPort Knot Pusher. This device is sold individually (Model KP1) Recalled by Edwards Lifesciences, LLC Due to The configuration of the slot at the tip...

Date: August 26, 2015
Company: Edwards Lifesciences, LLC
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 Edwards Lifesciences, LLC directly.

Affected Products

ThruPort Knot Pusher. This device is sold individually (Model KP1) and as part of the ThruPort Valve Placement Pack (Model VPP). packaged sterile and non-pyrogenic in a sealed, peel-type pouch. The Knot Pusher is a sterile disposable plastic rod used to advance extracorporeal suture knots during minimally invasive cardiac surgery.

Quantity: 759 units

Why Was This Recalled?

The configuration of the slot at the tip of the knot pusher may inhibit intended ease of use. Fraying or splitting of the suture could occur, which could compromise the integrity of the suture knot.

Where Was This Sold?

This product was distributed nationwide across all 50 states.

Affected (51 states)Not affected

About Edwards Lifesciences, LLC

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