Philips: Stop using endovascular device ‘immediately’

Philips has recalled its Tack Endovascular System, used to repair dissected blood vessels. The company has instructed customers to stop using the device “immediately.” 

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Customers have experienced issues retrieving or removing the system’s Tack implant. These issues have resulted in 20 reported injuries, according to a March 3 update from the FDA.

There have been no reports of death, but use of the system may risk serious short- and long-term adverse health consequences, the agency said. 

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