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The manufacturer conducted a periodic mold qualification re-evaluation of the plastic hub portion of the product in March 2021 and made adjustments. However, for product lots manufactured using plastic hubs manufactured after this mold qualification re-evaluation, the procedure We have received reports from the market that the lid of the hub can open inside. I fixed the mold so that the part would not open. Because the possibility cannot be ruled out that the hub lid may open accidentally during the procedure and cease to function normally, We have decided to collect the following items.

Japan / PMDA Recalls · JPN · Oct 7, 2021

Key facts

Title The manufacturer conducted a periodic mold qualification re-evaluation of the plastic hub portion of the product in March 2021 and made adjustments. However, for product lots manufactured using plastic hubs manufactured after this mold qualification re-evaluation, the procedure We have received reports from the market that the lid of the hub can open inside. I fixed the mold so that the part would not open. Because the possibility cannot be ruled out that the hub lid may open accidentally during the procedure and cease to function normally, We have decided to collect the following items.
Regulator Japan / PMDA Recalls
Country JPN
Brand Common name: Single use needle for tissue production Sales name: Acura Biopsy System
Manufacturer Sugan Co., Ltd.
Models 11385962, 701114090, 11382837, 11383193, 701118090, 11362716, 701120150, 701116090, 11376772, 11366252, 11364350, 11388461
Date Oct 7, 2021
Regulator page info.pmda.go.jp

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