Class II — Potential Health Hazard

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

Heparin Recalled by W L Gore & Associates, Inc. Due to Incorrect labeling, specifically, expandable endoprosthesis labeled as 8...

Date: September 7, 2021
Company: W L Gore & Associates, Inc.
Status: Ongoing
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 W L Gore & Associates, Inc. directly.

Affected Products

Heparin, GORE VIABAHN VBX, BALLOON EXPANDABLE ENDOPROTHESIS, REF BXAL085902E, 8 MM X 59 MM 8 Fr, LARGE BALLOON EXPANDLBE, Nominal Stent Diameter 8 mm, Max Post-Dilated Stent Diameter 16 mm, UDI:

Quantity: 2 units

Why Was This Recalled?

Incorrect labeling, specifically, expandable endoprosthesis labeled as 8 mm x 59mm x 135 cm, however may contain a 9mm x 29 mm x 135 cm device.

Where Was This Sold?

International distribution to the countries of Italy & Lebanon.

About W L Gore & Associates, Inc.

W L Gore & Associates, Inc. has 21 total recalls tracked by RecallDetector.

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