Aesculap, Inc. Aesculap Miethke Shunt System, miniNAV Valve: The Miethke Shunt System is intended to shunt cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the lateral ventricles of the brain into the peritoneum. Recall
Class III: A situation in which use of, or exposure to, a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences
Class III recall indicates unlikely adverse health consequences.
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
Aesculap Miethke Shunt System, miniNAV Valve: The Miethke Shunt System is intended to shunt cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the lateral ventricles of the brain into the peritoneum.
Brand
Aesculap, Inc.
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Catalog No: FV660T Lot No: 4506022655
Products Sold
Catalog No: FV660T Lot No: 4506022655
Aesculap, Inc. is recalling Aesculap Miethke Shunt System, miniNAV Valve: The Miethke Shunt System is intended to shunt cerebros due to Aesculap Inc. (AIC (USA)) initiated a recall of Miethke Shunt System accessories due to missing patients' labels for the miniNAV (FV660T). There are n. This is a Class I recall, indicating a high risk of serious health consequences or death. Based on FDA medical device enforcement report.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Aesculap Inc. (AIC (USA)) initiated a recall of Miethke Shunt System accessories due to missing patients' labels for the miniNAV (FV660T). There are no patient injuries resulting from this issue.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
Healthcare providers and patients should stop using the device and contact the manufacturer for further instructions. Report problems to FDA MedWatch.
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As reported by FDA
IN, OK, WI
Page updated: Jan 10, 2026